GASTRIC VOLVULUS IN INFANTS AND CHILDREN

Course overview

Gastric volvulus (GV) is an abnormal rotation of all or part of the stomach by 180°, usually around another part of the stomach and leading to partial or total obstruction. Clinical presentation in infants and children can be acute, recurrent/intermittent, or chronic. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of GV in infants and children, its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for patients with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.