Clinical considerations and therapeutic strategy for sigmoid volvulus in the elderly: A study of 33 cases

Figure 1 Plain abdominal film showing sigmoid volvulus.

Figure 2 CT scan showing dilated colon due to its torsion.

Figure 3 Surgical specimen of sigmoid volvulus showing the distention of the bowel.

Figure 4 Schematic representation of the procedure described by Michael Safioleas, i. e. Sigmoidectomy, primary anastomosis and diverting stoma. The technique is introduced in International Journal of Colorectal Disease 2006 vol: 21.

Figure 5 Schematic depiction of the course of 33 patients suffering from volvulus of the sigmoid colon and treated in our department.