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[Colonic volvulus during pregnancy: 2 clinical cases]
G Bannura1, L Díaz, C Sanhueza
1Servicios y Departamentos de Cirugía y Obstetricia--Ginecología, Hospital Clínico San Borja Arriarán, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile.
Revista Chilena De Obstetricia Y Ginecologia
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Successful surgical intervention for colon volvulus in pregnant women is possible. Both patients underwent successful operations, allowing their pregnancies to continue without complications.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Background:
- Colonic volvulus is a rare but serious condition that can occur during pregnancy.
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- Two clinical cases of pregnant women experiencing colonic volvulus are presented.
- Both patients presented with symptoms requiring surgical intervention.
Findings:
- Successful surgical correction of colon volvulus was achieved in both cases.
- Postoperative recovery was uneventful for both mother and fetus.
Implications:
- This case series suggests that surgical management of colonic volvulus during pregnancy can be safe and effective.
- It highlights the importance of considering and promptly addressing gastrointestinal emergencies in pregnant patients.
- Continued pregnancies post-volvulus surgery demonstrate positive maternal and fetal outcomes are achievable.