Snapshot quiz 20/10

Published: 10/15/2020

Authors: Huang C-S, Huang L-K and Tsai C-H

The diagnosis is gangrenous sigmoid volvulus. Sigmoid volvulus commonly occurs in older adults with a history of constipation. Endoscopic detorsion with rectal tube decompression is successful in most instances. However, emergency surgery is indicated for patients with signs of peritonitis or bowel ischaemia.