Volvulus secondary to cystic ileal duplication: Importance of prenatal imaging and prompt post-natal intervention

Duplications of the alimentary tract are rare malformations, and ileum is the most involved intestinal tract. During fetal life, they are usually occasional findings and may be asymptomatic until adulthood. We present the clinical case of volvulus on ileal cystic duplication diagnosed by ultrasound...

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Main Authors: F. Molinaro, E. Bindi, C. Pellegrino, F.M. Severi, C. Bocchi, F. Carbone, M. Messina, R. Angotti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-05-01
Series:Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213576618300307