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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery

Background:

  • Ulcerative colitis (UC) can cause acute colonic dilation, often raising concern for toxic megacolon.
  • Sigmoid volvulus is a rare cause of colonic obstruction that can mimic toxic megacolon.

Observation:

  • A case report of a teenager with ulcerative colitis (UC) without prior surgery presented with acute colonic dilation.
  • The patient developed an obstructing sigmoid volvulus, a rare complication in UC patients.

Findings:

  • Endoscopic detorsion and decompression was successfully employed to manage the sigmoid volvulus.
  • Colonic inflammation in UC, even without predisposing factors, can lead to volvulus.

Implications:

  • Sigmoid volvulus should be considered in the differential diagnosis for UC patients presenting with obstructive symptoms and atypical presentations.
  • This case highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in the management of pediatric ulcerative colitis.