Prediction of the Clinical Outcomes of Sigmoid Volvulus by Abdominal X-Ray: AXIS Classification System

Aim. Early diagnosis and evaluation of the severity of sigmoid volvulus are necessary for management and early intervention. We developed a new predictive classification system for sigmoid volvulus based on X-ray findings. Methods. We retrospectively analyzed 66 patients diagnosed with sigmoid volvu...

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Main Authors: Rei Ishibashi, Ryota Niikura, Nobuya Obana, Sho Fukuda, Mayo Tsuboi, Tomonori Aoki, Shuntaro Yoshida, Atsuo Yamada, Yoshihiro Hirata, Kazuhiko Koike
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2018-01-01
Series:Gastroenterology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/8493235