Case Reports in Surgery (Jan 2024)

Ileocaecal Volvulus With an Intestinal Rotational Abnormality and Internal Hernia in a Paediatric Patient: A Case Report

  • Venla Soini,
  • Matias Hilska,
  • Marko Sallisalmi,
  • Risto Juusela,
  • Ella Virkki,
  • Arimatias Raitio

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/cris/9951709
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2024

Abstract

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Conclusions: Caecal volvulus and internal hernia can lead to a life-threatening condition requiring immediate surgical treatment. Rare causes of abdominal pain in children should be kept in mind when severe symptoms are present.