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01-04-2019 | Review Article

Gastric volvulus: unraveling the diagnosis with MPRs

Authors: Franco Verde, Hazem Hawasli, Pamela T. Johnson, Elliot K. Fishman

Published in: Emergency Radiology | Issue 2/2019

Abstract

Gastric volvulus is a rare entity with a spectrum of acute and chronic clinical presentations. Body radiologists must be cognizant of the subtypes of gastric volvulus and identify potential complications. Mortality can be high if unrecognized from gastric necrosis, perforation, and sepsis. CT with multiplanar reformations is critical for complete evaluation beyond radiography and fluoroscopy. This article reviews clinical and imaging features of uncomplicated and complicated gastric volvulus, with the aim of guiding appropriate management.

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Title: Gastric volvulus: unraveling the diagnosis with MPRs
Authors: Franco Verde
Hazem Hawasli
Pamela T. Johnson
Elliot K. Fishman
Publication date: 01-04-2019
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Published in: Emergency Radiology / Issue 2/2019
Print ISSN: 1070-3004
Electronic ISSN: 1438-1435
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10140-019-01669-0

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Gastric volvulus: unraveling the diagnosis with MPRs

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