Ileosigmoid volvulus and acute external hemorrhoids: a new entity?
An unusual association of small bowel volvulus and sigmoid volvulus occurring concurrently and causing gangrene in both organs is presented. The clinical and pathological correlations and surgical management of this rare entity are discussed.
D000328:Adult; D012809:Colon, Sigmoid / Q000601:surgery; D006484:Hemorrhoids / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D007077:Ileal Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D007082:Ileum / Q000601:surgery; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000150:complications*; D008297:Male; D012810:Sigmoid Diseases / Q000150:complications*