Anasarca as a manifestation of childhood volvulus: Diagnostic and management challenges in an 11-year old Nigerian boy

• Main Authors: Adefunke Olarinre Babatola (Author), Joshua Taye Ige (Author), Adewuyi Temidayo Adeniyi (Author), Ibukun Anuoluwa Abidoye (Author), Olarewaju Joseph (Author), Joshua Olorunfunmi (Author), Benjamin Folorunsho Ilori (Author), Akinwumi Kolawole Komolafe (Author), Oladele Simeon Olatunya (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Babol University of Medical Sciences, 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Small intestine volvulus occurs more commonly among younger children. It often poses diagnostic challenges when it occurs in older children and adults. For good clinical outcomes, it is essential to have prompt presentation, diagnosis and early intervention. Anasarca is not a common clin...