Published in:
01-10-2020 | Acute Abdomen | Case Report
Torsion of Non-gravid Uterus: A Life-Threatening Condition in a Postmenopausal Lady
Authors:
Vaishali B. Nagose, Reny Sadanandan Rosemary, Rakesh C. Anandrajan, Nita Hubert, Reethu Raj
Published in:
The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India
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Issue 5/2020
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Excerpt
Uterine torsion, defined as uterine rotation on its long axis by more than 45 degrees, is a rare condition. When seen in a non-gravid uterus, it is quite extremely rare condition (less than 50 cases reported). Also, only few such cases in postmenopausal age group have been reported till now [
1]. Clinically presenting as acute abdomen, it is potentially fatal. But, the coexistent clinical findings are non-specific, making it difficult to be diagnosed preoperatively. Torsion of the vessels at the pedicle causing irreversible ischaemic damage of the uterus may lead to rapid clinical deterioration. Thus, whenever it is suspected as being the possible diagnosis, immediate care is essential. …
