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Waugh's Syndrome: Report of Two Children with Intussusception
Yousuf Aziz Khan1, Sunil Kumar Yadav1, Ashraf Elkholy2,3
1Department of Paediatric Surgery, Ibn Sina Specialized Surgical Hospital, Al-Sabah Health Region, Safat, Kuwait, Kuwait, Kuwait.
Insights
Waugh's syndrome, a rare condition linking intussusception and intestinal malrotation, requires careful consideration. Diagnosing malrotation during intussusception workup is crucial for effective pediatric patient management.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Waugh's syndrome is a rare condition characterized by the simultaneous occurrence of intussusception and intestinal malrotation.
- Early diagnosis and management are critical for favorable outcomes in pediatric surgical emergencies.
Observation:
- Two cases of Waugh's syndrome are presented: a 5-month-old infant and a 9-year-old girl.
- Both patients initially presented with symptoms of intussusception.
Findings:
- Intussusception was the primary clinical presentation in both pediatric patients.
- Surgical exploration and diagnostic workup revealed concurrent intestinal malrotation in both cases.
Implications:
- The findings underscore the importance of considering intestinal malrotation in the differential diagnosis of pediatric intussusception.
- This highlights the need for thorough evaluation to ensure timely and appropriate surgical intervention for Waugh's syndrome.
Abstract:
Waugh's syndrome (WS) is the rare association of intussusception and intestinal malrotation. We present two such cases in a 5-month-old infant and a 9-year-old girl. Both patients presented with intussusception and were diagnosed with malrotation during workup and surgical exploration. We conclude that the possibility of intestinal malrotation must be taken into consideration while managing children with intussusception.
