Abstract
Chronic midgut volvulus is a rare condition and the diagnosis can pose a serious challenge. We present the case of an 8 year old girl, with a long-standing history of atypical gastrointestinal symptoms. Although extensive evaluation was performed, the diagnosis of intestinal malrotation with chronic volvulus was only established after 5 years. Her symptoms resolved after corrective surgery. This case report underlines the importance of considering malrotation in the differential diagnosis of patients that present beyond infancy with vague nonspecific gastrointestinal complaints, as a misdiagnosis can result in a catastrophic outcome.
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