Caecal Volvulus after a dental procedure - not just constipation!

Ng ZQ, Z Q Ng, J H Tan, Tan JH, Hcl Tan, Tan H
Malaysian family physician : the official journal of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia · 2019 · vol. 14(2) , pp. 32–35 · PMID:31827734 · PMC6818687
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This case report describes an unusual instance of caecal volvulus following a dental procedure that was initially misdiagnosed as constipation, highlighting the need for high suspicion to ensure prompt diagnosis.

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Caecal volvulus has been reported to be associated with various abdominal and pelvic pathologies. Its signs and symptoms are usually non-specific and maybe overlooked in favour of benign causes, such as constipation. A high degree of suspicion is required for prompt diagnosis. Herein, we report on an unusual case of caecal volvulus after a dental procedure that was managed initially as constipation.

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