Gastric volvulus in infants and children

Gastric volvulus is a rare surgical emergency; only 108 cases have been reported in infancy and childhood. We report an additional eight cases. One of our patients died preoperatively from complications of gastric gangrene. The different clinical presentations, radiologic findings, anatomy, and surgical procedures are discussed. Knowledge of the clinical and radiologic pictures is a prerequisite for early diagnosis and prompt surgical intervention to avoid possible life-threatening complications.