An observational study addressing the anatomic basis of mesosigmoidopexy as a rational treatment of non-gangrenous sigmoid volvulus

Trop Doct. 2012 Jan;42(1):44-5. doi: 10.1258/td.2011.110317. Epub 2011 Dec 19.

Abstract

Sigmoid volvulus is a common cause of bowel obstruction. We describe mesosigmoidopexy, an accepted surgical technique for the management of non-gangrenous sigmoid volvulus, and provide anatomic correlations supporting the therapy. Mesosigmoidopexy should be considered as a rational alternative to resection and anastomosis when operating on non-gangrenous sigmoid volvulus.

MeSH terms

  • Colorectal Surgery / methods
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Obstruction / etiology
  • Intestinal Volvulus / complications
  • Intestinal Volvulus / pathology
  • Intestinal Volvulus / surgery*
  • Malawi
  • Mesocolon / anatomy & histology*
  • Mesocolon / surgery*
  • Sigmoid Diseases / complications
  • Sigmoid Diseases / pathology
  • Sigmoid Diseases / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome