Volvulous Flashcards
1
Q
What is volvulous?
A
When the bowel twists on itself it leads to ischaemia
2
Q
How is a volvulous treated?
A
Decompress using rigid sigmoidoscope
3
Q
What is a sigmoid volvulous?
A
When bowel twists on the mesentary it can become gangrenous
4
Q
How is a sigmoid volvulous diagnosed?
A
Plain abdo X ray
Rectal contrast
5
Q
How is a sigmoid volvulous treated?
A
Flatus tube
Surgical resection
