Enhanced CT perfusion cut-off sign in midgut volvulus

Pediatr Radiol. 2006 Apr;36(4):355-7. doi: 10.1007/s00247-005-0071-4. Epub 2006 Feb 4.

Abstract

We present a case of malrotation with midgut volvulus in an infant in which we discovered a unique CT sign called the perfusion cut-off sign. We hope this case will help establish this crucial diagnosis in other cases.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Intestinal Volvulus / congenital*
  • Intestinal Volvulus / diagnostic imaging*
  • Intestines / abnormalities*
  • Intestines / diagnostic imaging*
  • Radiographic Image Enhancement / methods*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*
  • Torsion Abnormality / congenital
  • Torsion Abnormality / diagnostic imaging