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ArticlePediatric surgery international2024

Clinical management of intestinal malrotation in different age groups.

Süleyman Arif Bostancı, Can İhsan Öztorun, Elif Emel Erten, Fahri Akkaya, İrem Akbaş, Vildan Selin Çayhan, Aslı Nur Abay, Sabri Demir, Ahmet Ertürk, Müjdem Nur Azılı and 1 more

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Süleyman Arif BostancıFaculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara, Turkey. suleymanbostanci@outlook.com.
Can İhsan ÖztorunFaculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara, Turkey.
Elif Emel ErtenDepartment of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Childrens' Hospital, Universiteler Boulvard, 1604. Street, Çankaya, 06800, Ankara, Turkey.
Fahri AkkayaDepartment of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Childrens' Hospital, Universiteler Boulvard, 1604. Street, Çankaya, 06800, Ankara, Turkey.
İrem AkbaşDepartment of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Childrens' Hospital, Universiteler Boulvard, 1604. Street, Çankaya, 06800, Ankara, Turkey.
Vildan Selin ÇayhanDepartment of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Childrens' Hospital, Universiteler Boulvard, 1604. Street, Çankaya, 06800, Ankara, Turkey.
Aslı Nur AbayDepartment of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Childrens' Hospital, Universiteler Boulvard, 1604. Street, Çankaya, 06800, Ankara, Turkey.
Sabri DemirDepartment of Pediatric Surgery, Health Science University, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Childrens' Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Ahmet ErtürkFaculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara, Turkey.
Müjdem Nur AzılıFaculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara, Turkey.
Emrah ŞenelFaculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University, Ankara, Turkey.

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Abstract

purposeIntestinal malrotation, characterized by abnormal intestinal positioning, can lead to severe complications like volvulus and internal hernias, especially in neonates and children. Our aim was to evaluate the diagnostic methods, treatment results and postoperative follow-up of pediatric patients treated for intestinal malrotation.

methodsThis retrospective study reviewed medical records of pediatric patients who underwent surgery for intestinal malrotation between January 2013 and January 2022. Data on demographics, symptoms, diagnostic approaches, surgical interventions, and postoperative outcomes were analyzed.

resultsThe study included 45 patients, with a male predominance (68.8%). Ages ranged from 1 day to 15 years, averaging 1.54 years. Presenting symptoms were acute abdomen (n = 21) and chronic abdominal pain with vomiting (n = 24). Diagnoses were established via physical exams and imaging, including upper gastrointestinal contrast studies and abdominal ultrasonography. All patients received the Ladd procedure, with some requiring necrotic bowel resection due to volvulus.

conclusionThe diagnosis and management of pediatric intestinal malrotation present significant challenges due to its variable symptoms and potential for life-threatening complications. Early and accurate diagnosis, followed by appropriate surgical management, is crucial. This study emphasizes the importance of diligent postoperative follow-up to identify and mitigate complications, particularly in younger and severely affected patients.

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Digestive System AbnormalitiesIntestinal VolvulusAdolescentChildChild, PreschoolFemaleHumansInfantInfant, NewbornMalePostoperative ComplicationsRetrospective StudiesTreatment OutcomeChildrenMalrotationVolvulusVomiting

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