Abstract

OSORIO, Jorge Hernán et al. Gastric volvulus, laparotomy and laparoscopic approach. Literature review pertaining two cases. rev. colomb. cir. [online]. 2019, vol.34, n.1, pp.60-68. ISSN 2011-7582.  https://doi.org/10.30944/20117582.99.

Gastric volvulus is a life-threatening pathology characterized by the abnormal rotation of the stomach on an axis formed by two fixed parts, which causes nonspecific symptoms. Together, the low incidence and clinical presentation, makes it a challenging diagnosis. The aim of this article is to review the literature and to present two patients with acute gastric volvulus with different clinical presentation. The first was treated by an open technique and the second one by laparoscopic technique (vertical gastrectomy) which resulted in a lower morbidity and mortality with less impact on the physiological and anatomical functions. Few cases have been reported in the literature and it may be considered an appropriate option for the approach on these patients.

Keywords : stomach; stomach volvulus; laparotomy; laparoscopy; gastrectomy.

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