Presentation
An Unusual Presentation of Small Bowel Volvulus
American Association of Physician Assistants / 40th Annual PA Conference
(2016)
Abstract
Patient History / Chief Complaint:
- 79-year-old Hispanic female§ Unrelenting epigastric pain radiating to the back x 2 days
- Onset: Pain began shortly after drinking a soda; First episode
- Severity: Pain is rated as 10/10 and no aggravating or alleviating factors
Differential Diagnosis:
A. Adult Intussusception
B. Acute Mesenteric Ischemia
C. Paralytic Ileus
D. Small Bowel Obstruction Secondary to Volvulus
Conclusion:
Early diagnosis and intervention is key to positive outcomes.
Keywords
- Small Bowel Volvulus,
- Abdominal Pain
Disciplines
Publication Date
May, 2016
Location
San Antonio, TX
Comments
This poster won AAPA National Poster Award for 2016
Citation Information
Jane Wu and Christopher Forest. "An Unusual Presentation of Small Bowel Volvulus" American Association of Physician Assistants / 40th Annual PA Conference (2016) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/christopher-forest/56/