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Gastroenterology Medicine & Research

Sigmoid Volvulus as a Cause of Intestinal Obstruction in Pregnancy: A Case Report

Submission: September 19, 2022; Published: October 11, 2022

DOI: 10.31031/GMR.2022.07.000656

ISSN 2637-7632
Volume7 Issue2

Abstract

Sigmoid volvulus is one of the rare causes of intestinal obstruction in pregnancy and can result in significantly increased maternal and fetal mortality rates, especially in the case of delayed diagnosis. In this report, we present a 34-week-pregnant lady presenting with intestinal obstruction due to sigmoid volvulus and her management.

Keywords:Sigmoid volvulus; Intestinal obstruction; Colostomy

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