Small Intestine Ischaemia due to Volvulus during Pregnancy

Abstract

Small intestine ischaemia caused by volvulus is difficult to diagnose during pregnancy, as the signs and symptoms may be masked by pregnancy. An early diagnosis and a prompt surgical intervention is necessary, as morbidity and mortality of this disorder are significant. We are presenting a case of a 35-year-old pregnant woman with volvulus of small bowel.

Keywords

• small intestine volvulus
• gangrene
• jejuno-ileal anastomosis
• surgical acute abdomen