Aims The current status of sigmoid volvulus (SV) was reviewed to assess trends in
management and to assess the literature. Method The literature on SV was retrieved using …

In sigmoid volvulus (SV), the sigmoid colon wraps around itself and its mesentery. SV
accounts for 2% to 50% of all colonic obstructions and has an interesting geographic …

Purpose: This study was designed to review the outcomes of emergent treatment of sigmoid
colon volvulus. Methods: The records of 827 patients were reviewed retrospectively. Results …

Background Sigmoid volvulus (SV) is the wrapping of the sigmoid colon around itself and its
mesentery. The goal of this study was to investigate the diagnosis approach to 938 patients …

Little is known about sigmoid volvulus in the Middle East despite textbooks referring to the
region as part of the “volvulus belt.” Our objectives were to assess the prevalence, clinical …

Sigmoid volvulus (SV) is a rare form of acute intestinal obstruction in which the sigmoid
colon wraps around itself. The disease generally presents as a mechanical bowel …

Background/objective Sigmoid volvulus is the most common type of volvulus. Its
epidemiological features, as well as its management, differ between developed and …

Background Sigmoid volvulus is a common cause of intestinal obstruction in developing
countries where it affects relatively young people compared to developed countries. No …

While sigmoid volvulus is commonly seen in older patients, it is rarely encountered in
children and younger adults. Consequently, heightened awareness of this entity is required …

Abstract Background/Purpose Pediatric colonic volvulus is both rare and underreported.
Existing literature consists only of case reports and small series. We present an analysis of …