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[Cecal volvulus: a case report in a child].

B Housni1, M Khatouf, L Chater

  • 1Service d'anesthésie-réanimation, CHU Hassan-II, Fès, Maroc. housni420@hotmail.com

Archives De Pediatrie : Organe Officiel De La Societe Francaise De Pediatrie
|July 30, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Caecal volvulus, a rare condition in children, can cause gut obstruction and shock. Surgical intervention led to a favorable outcome in a 6-year-old patient, highlighting the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Abdominal Emergencies

Background:

  • Caecal volvulus is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction in pediatric patients.
  • Early recognition is critical due to the potential for rapid deterioration.

Observation:

  • A 6-year-old child presented with symptoms of intestinal occlusion and shock.
  • Clinical presentation mimicked other acute abdominal conditions.

Findings:

  • The case involved a rare instance of caecal volvulus in a pediatric patient.
  • Surgical treatment resulted in a positive outcome for the child.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the need for considering caecal volvulus in the differential diagnosis of pediatric gut obstruction.

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  • Prompt surgical management is crucial for favorable prognoses in pediatric caecal volvulus.