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A Rare Case Study of Sigmoid Volvulus In A28 Year Old Young Male - Case Report

Senthilraj T, Vijayalaksmi V, Arun .

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Volvulus  is the term applied to twisting of a loop  of bowel so that the mesenteric vessel and the lumen of  the bowel become occluded. It should be one of the  differentials to be considered in patients presenting with   abdominal  distention and signs of intestinal obstruction.   Here is a case report on sigmoid volvulus in a young male of 28 yrs without significant predisposing factors and the need for early diagnosis and intervention


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