Gastric volvulus and associated gastro-oesophageal reflux

Arch Dis Child. 1995 Nov;73(5):462-4. doi: 10.1136/adc.73.5.462.

Abstract

Between 1984 and 1994, 10 neurologically normal children between 2 and 24 months were diagnosed as having gastric volvulus with associated gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR). The common features at presentation were episodic colicky abdominal pain, non-bilious vomiting, upper abdominal distension, haematemesis, and failure to thrive. Anterior gastropexy and conservative management of GOR was curative.

MeSH terms

  • Barium Sulfate
  • Child, Preschool
  • Contrast Media
  • Female
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Radiography
  • Stomach Volvulus / complications*
  • Stomach Volvulus / diagnostic imaging
  • Stomach Volvulus / surgery

Substances

  • Contrast Media
  • Barium Sulfate