Intestinal malrotation

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Intestinal Malrotation

Intestinal malrotation (pronunciation: in-tes-ti-nal mal-ro-ta-tion) is a congenital anomaly that occurs when the normal rotation and fixation of the bowel during fetal development is disrupted.

Etymology

The term "intestinal malrotation" is derived from the Latin words "intestinum" meaning "gut" and "malrotatus" meaning "badly turned".

Definition

Intestinal malrotation refers to a condition in which the intestine does not rotate properly during fetal development. This can lead to a variety of complications, including volvulus, a life-threatening condition in which the intestine twists around itself, causing a blockage.

Symptoms

Symptoms of intestinal malrotation can vary widely, but often include abdominal pain, vomiting, and bloody stool. In severe cases, it can lead to life-threatening complications such as intestinal obstruction and necrotizing enterocolitis.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of intestinal malrotation is typically made through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as ultrasound or computed tomography (CT) scan.

Treatment

Treatment for intestinal malrotation typically involves surgery to correct the position of the intestine and prevent complications. This is often done through a procedure known as a Ladd's procedure.

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