Laparoscopic cecopexy for cecal volvulus after laparoscopy. Case report and a review of the literature

Minerva Chir. 2007 Jun;62(3):201-4.

Abstract

Cecal volvulus is a rare cause of large bowel obstruction. Surgical therapy depends on visceral circulatory conditions at diagnosis. Possible options include endoscopic decompression, detorsion, cecopexy with or without cecostomy, right colectomy with immediate or delayed anastomosis. The present paper describes a case of cecal volvulus in a 40-year-old woman after laparoscopic removal of a pelvic mass successfully treated by laparoscopic cecopexy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cecal Diseases / surgery*
  • Cecum / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Volvulus / surgery*
  • Laparoscopy*