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  • Radiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Large bowel obstruction presents a significant clinical challenge.
  • Sigmoid volvulus is a common cause of closed-loop obstruction in the large intestine.

Observation:

  • An elderly patient presented with symptoms suggestive of bowel obstruction.
  • Plain film radiography was utilized for initial diagnostic imaging.

Findings:

  • The radiographic images revealed a classic "coffee bean sign."
  • This sign is pathognomonic for sigmoid volvulus, a specific type of large bowel obstruction.

Implications:

  • Early recognition of the "coffee bean sign" facilitates prompt diagnosis and management of sigmoid volvulus.
  • Plain film radiography remains a valuable tool for diagnosing large bowel obstruction in emergency settings.