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World J Gastroenterol. Feb 14, 2007; 13(6): 921-924
Published online Feb 14, 2007. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i6.921
Published online Feb 14, 2007. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i6.921
Figure 1 Plain abdominal film showing sigmoid volvulus.
Figure 2 CT scan showing dilated colon due to its torsion.
Figure 3 Surgical specimen of sigmoid volvulus showing the distention of the bowel.
Figure 4 Schematic representation of the procedure described by Michael Safioleas, i.
e. Sigmoidectomy, primary anastomosis and diverting stoma. The technique is introduced in International Journal of Colorectal Disease 2006 vol: 21.
Figure 5 Schematic depiction of the course of 33 patients suffering from volvulus of the sigmoid colon and treated in our department.
- Citation: Safioleas M, Chatziconstantinou C, Felekouras E, Stamatakos M, Papaconstantinou I, Smirnis A, Safioleas P, Kostakis A. Clinical considerations and therapeutic strategy for sigmoid volvulus in the elderly: A study of 33 cases. World J Gastroenterol 2007; 13(6): 921-924
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v13/i6/921.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v13.i6.921