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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is intestinal malrotation?
An intestinal malrotation is an abnormality that can happen early in pregnancy when a baby's intestines don't form into a coil in the abdomen. Malrotation means that the intestines (or bowel) are twisting, which can cause blockage.
Symptoms of intestinal malrotation
Nausea or vomiting
Questions your doctor may ask to check for intestinal malrotation
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose intestinal malrotation
Do you have nausea or vomiting?
Treatment for intestinal malrotation
Malrotation is considered an emergency situation and surgery is the mainstay of treatment. The other treatment includes intravenous hydration and antibiotic to prevent infection.
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References
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https://pubs.rsna.org/doi/10.1148/rg.265055167
Blumberg K. Intestinal malrotation. Radiology. 1997 Feb;202(2):584. doi: 10.1148/radiology.202.2.584-b. PMID: 9015095.
https://pubs.rsna.org/doi/10.1148/radiology.202.2.584-b
Sözen S, Güzel K. Intestinal malrotation in an adult: case report. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2012 May;18(3):280-2. doi: 10.5505/tjtes.2012.60973. PMID: 22864726.
https://jag.journalagent.com/travma/pdfs/UTD-60973-CASE_REPORTS-SOZEN.pdf
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