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Volvulus history and symptoms
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Patients are usually elderly or institutionalized. The most common symptoms of volvulus include abdominal pain, abdominal distension, constipation and vomiting.
History and symptoms
History and symptoms
Patients with volvulus may have a positive history of:[1]
- Prolonged confinement in bed
- Institutionalization
- Residency in an elderly home
- Debilitation
Common Symptoms
Common symptoms of volvulus include:[2][3]
Less Common Symptoms
References
References
- ↑ Vaez-Zadeh K, Dutz W, Nowrooz-Zadeh M (1969). “Volvulus of the small intestine in adults: a study of predisposing factors”. Ann. Surg. 169 (2): 265–71. PMC 1387319. PMID 5764212.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Elsharif M, Basu I, Phillips D (2012). “A case of triple volvulus”. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 94 (2): e62–4. doi:10.1308/003588412X13171221500781. PMID 22391352.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 DRAPANAS T, STEWART JD (1961). “Acute sigmoid volvulus. Concepts in surgical treatment”. Am. J. Surg. 101: 70–7. PMID 13724278.
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