Was Ist Sigmoid Volvulus?

Sigmoid colon volvulus, also known as sigmoid volvulus, is volvulus affecting the sigmoid colon. It is a common cause of bowel obstruction and constipation. It is common in Asia, India (7% of intestinal obstruction) and especially South India because of the high fibre diet.

What is sigmoid volvulus?

Sigmoid volvulus occurs when the last part of the colon twists on itself, causing obstruction and compromising the blood supply to the colon. What Is Sigmoid Volvulus? The sigmoid colon is an S-shaped part of the colon that is in the left lower side of the abdomen, above the rectum.

Why is volvulus more common in sigmoid?

Sigmoid volvulus is more common in Africa, as the food intake is of high fiber and the base of the sigmoid mesentery in the African population is narrow compared with other ethnic groups, leading to an anatomical situation that makes the population more susceptible to developing a sigmoid volvulus.