Author/Authors :
Firat, Necattin Sakarya University Medical Faculty - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey , Mantoglu, Baris Sakarya University Educational and Research Hospital - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey , Ozdemir, Kayhan Sakarya University Educational and Research Hospital - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey , Muhtaroglu, Ali Sakarya University Educational and Research Hospital - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey , Akin, Emrah Sakarya University Educational and Research Hospital - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey , Celebi, Fehmi Sakarya University Medical Faculty - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey , Fatih, Altintoprak Sakarya University Medical Faculty - General Surgery Department - Adapazarı - Turkey
Abstract :
Endoscopic detorsion is the first-line recommended treatment modality in sigmoid volvulus patients who have no peritoneal irritation signs on admission. In this paper, we present the results of endoscopic detorsion procedures applied at the time of presentation with the diagnosis of sigmoid volvulus and review the current literature about this topic.
