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  • Gastroenterology
  • Abdominal Surgery
  • Radiology

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  • Cecal bascule, a rare cause of bowel obstruction, involves the mobile cecum folding over the ascending colon.
  • Internal herniation through the foramen of Winslow is an uncommon surgical emergency.

Observation:

  • A 75-year-old female presented with acute abdominal pain and vomiting.
  • Computed tomography revealed a distended colon loop within the lesser sac, without signs of ischemia or perforation.
  • Exploratory laparotomy confirmed a cecal bascule herniating into the lesser sac via the foramen of Winslow.

Findings:

  • This case represents the first documented instance of cecal bascule internal herniation.
  • Cecal bascule differs from cecal volvulus by lacking axial rotation and mesenteric vascular compromise.
  • Ischemia in cecal bascule arises from intraluminal tension or compression at the foramen of Winslow.

Implications:

  • Early recognition of radiological findings is vital for prompt diagnosis.
  • Surgical management, including reduction and cecopexy or resection, is mandatory.
  • Understanding the pathophysiology differentiates cecal bascule from cecal volvulus, guiding treatment decisions.