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Laparoscopic Ladd's Procedure for Adult Intestinal Malrotation With Volvulus: A Case Report and Literature Review
Auréline Cousinne1, Elie Chelala2
1Surgery, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, BEL.
Cureus
|October 27, 2025
Summary
Intestinal malrotation, a rare adult condition, can cause severe symptoms like volvulus. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention, such as the Ladd
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Congenital Anomalies
Background:
- Intestinal malrotation is a congenital gastrointestinal anomaly typically diagnosed in childhood.
- It arises from abnormal embryonic rotation, potentially leading to acute abdomen, volvulus, or obstruction.
- Adult presentation is rare, often with nonspecific symptoms, complicating diagnosis and delaying treatment.
Keywords:
adult intestinal malrotationincomplete intestinal rotationintestinal occlusionjejunal volvulusladd's bandlaparoscopic ladd’s procedure
