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Ileosigmoid knot.

B Amy, W C Lee

    Southern Medical Journal
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A rare case of ileosigmoid knotting caused acute abdominal distress in a 30-year-old man. Emergency surgery involved bowel resection and reconstruction, including a Hartmann pouch procedure.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Innovation

    Background:

    • Ileosigmoid knotting is a rare but life-threatening cause of intestinal obstruction.
    • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are critical for patient survival.

    Observation:

    • A 30-year-old male presented with an acute abdominal condition.
    • Intraoperative findings revealed an ileosigmoid knot with associated bowel gangrene.

    Findings:

    • Surgical management included resection of the gangrenous bowel segment.
    • The procedure involved an ilioileostomy, reanastomosis, end colostomy, and creation of a Hartmann pouch.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of prompt surgical evaluation for acute abdominal emergencies.
    • The described surgical techniques offer a viable approach to managing complex intestinal compromise due to knotting.