2023
DOI: 10.2147/imcrj.s448334
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Ileocecal Knotting Causing Intestinal Obstruction on Early Postpartum Period: Case Report

Shimelis Daba,
Aderajew Belete,
Gelila Getachew

Abstract: Introduction Intestinal knotting syndromes are rare causes of mechanical bowel obstruction, ileo-sigmoid knotting being the most common type. Ileocecal knotting is the rarest type among knot syndromes and there are few case reports across the world. Case Presentation We present a case of ileocecal knotting in a postpartum patient with abdominal distention, vomiting and failure to pass feces and flatus. Plain abdominal radiograph revealed dilated small bowel loops with m… Show more

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