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Cecal volvulus in a 2-month-old baby
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Kasturba Medical College & Hospital, Manipal, India.
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|November 1, 1988
Summary
This report details a rare case of primary cecal volvulus in a 2-month-old infant. This infant is likely the youngest documented patient diagnosed with this serious gastrointestinal condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Clinical Case Reports
Background:
- Intestinal obstruction is a critical surgical emergency in neonates and infants.
- Cecal volvulus, a twisting of the cecum, is exceptionally rare in this age group, with limited documented cases.
- Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in pediatric surgical emergencies.