Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 18, 2026

Murine Ileocolic Bowel Resection with Primary Anastomosis
Published on: October 29, 2014
Abstract:
Volvulus has multifactoral causes. It occurs worldwide, and is a common cause of large bowel obstruction. Current knowledge suggests that primary prevention is not possible, so better management is needed if the number of deaths are to be reduced. Most cases of sigmoid volvulus can be nonoperatively decompressed. However, operation is required to remove gangrenous bowel and stop recurrence. Treatment needs to be individualized as appropriate for medically compromised patients. Sound clinical judgment still has an important role in the diagnosis and management of this disorder.
Related Concept Videos
Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management
Here are some common surgical interventions for IBD:
Imaging Studies III: Gastrointestinal Motility Studies and Virtual Colonoscopy
Radionuclide Testing
Radionuclide testing is a sophisticated medical technique for assessing gastrointestinal motility. It focuses on gastric emptying and colonic transit time. Radioactive markers track the movement of food through the digestive system, providing insights into gastrointestinal disorders.
In gastric emptying studies, a meal's liquid and solid...
Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...
Intestinal Obstruction I: Introduction
Intestinal Obstruction II: Pathophysiology
Diverticular Disease of the Colon

