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Laparoscopic assisted right hemicolectomy for caecal volvulus

World Journal of Emergency Surgery (2008) 3(1)
DOI: 10.1186/1749-7922-3-4
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A case of acute caecal volvulus is presented where laparoscopy was used to avoid a major laparotomy. A technique is described for safe deflation of the caecum, which allowed a small incision for resection and anastomosis. © 2008 Kelly et al; licensee BioMed Central Ltd.

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Kelly, M. D., Bunni, J., & Pullyblank, A. M. (2008). Laparoscopic assisted right hemicolectomy for caecal volvulus. World Journal of Emergency Surgery, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/1749-7922-3-4

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