The “Omega sign”: a new radiological sign for a rare type of internal hernia involving the sigmoid mesocolon

Volume: 6, Issue: 2, Pages: 20190127 - 20190127
Published: Jun 1, 2020
Abstract
The transmesosigmoid hernia is a rare type of sigmoid mesocolon hernia. Its presentation is non-specific and thus hardly ever preoperatively diagnosed. Its diagnosis often requires surgical corroboration. This case report aims to improve on the preoperative diagnosis with a proposed observed sign on CT. All literature reviewed described radiological findings related to the small bowel; thus, features of small bowel obstruction was the "hallmark"...
Paper Details
Title
The “Omega sign”: a new radiological sign for a rare type of internal hernia involving the sigmoid mesocolon
Published Date
Jun 1, 2020
Volume
6
Issue
2
Pages
20190127 - 20190127
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