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Sigmoid Volvulus in Children: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Challenge

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1 February 2018
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'S. Karger AG'
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    Background: Sigmoid volvulus is a rare condition in children. Early diagnosis increases the success of nonsurgical treatment in the emergency department, but posterior elective surgery is important due to the risk of recurrence. Methods/Conclusions: We present the case of a healthy 16-year-old girl with recurrent volvulus and successful endoscopic treatment followed by elective surgery

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