Early recurrent midgut volvulus post Ladd's procedure in a newborn: a case report.
Publication/Presentation Date
6-1-2025
Abstract
Ladd's procedure is the standard surgical intervention for intestinal malrotation. Although generally curative, rare cases of early postoperative complications, including adhesions or recurrent volvulus, can necessitate reoperation. We present the case of a full-term newborn girl who underwent emergent Ladd's procedure on Day 3 of life for malrotation with volvulus. She was discharged on postoperative Day 17 but returned the following day with recurrent bilious emesis. Imaging suggested partial obstruction. Exploratory laparotomy revealed recurrent volvulus with two twists at the duodenojejunal junction, which was successfully reduced. The patient recovered well and was discharged on postoperative Day 8. This case underscores the importance of clinical vigilance in detecting rare postoperative complications following Ladd's procedure.
Volume
2025
Issue
6
First Page
428
Last Page
428
ISSN
2042-8812
Published In/Presented At
Clarke, N., Sajdlowska, J., Bustamante, J. P., & Bhattacharyya, N. (2025). Early recurrent midgut volvulus post Ladd's procedure in a newborn: a case report. Journal of surgical case reports, 2025(6), rjaf428. https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjaf428
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
40585926
Department(s)
Medical Education
Document Type
Article