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An interesting rare case of double volvulus
1Department of General Surgery, George Eliot Hospital, Nuneaton, UK. rcradiology@googlemail.com
BMJ Case Reports
|June 19, 2012
Summary
This case report details a rare instance of simultaneous sigmoid colon and gallbladder volvulus in a 71-year-old female. Surgical intervention, including cholecystectomy and sigmoid colectomy, led to a successful recovery.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Case Reports
Background:
- Sigmoid volvulus is a common cause of large bowel obstruction.
- Gallbladder volvulus is a rare surgical emergency, with fewer than 500 reported cases.
Observation:
- A 71-year-old female presented with recurrent sigmoid volvulus unresponsive to conservative management.
- Laparotomy revealed concurrent sigmoid colon volvulus and gallbladder torsion.
Findings:
- This is the first reported case of simultaneous sigmoid colon and gallbladder volvulus.
- The patient underwent successful cholecystectomy and sigmoid colectomy.
Implications:
- This case highlights the possibility of concurrent volvulus in distinct anatomical regions.
- It underscores the importance of thorough intraoperative assessment in complex abdominal presentations.
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