Designed and created by Guideline Central in participation with the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Role of Endoscopy in the Management of Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction and Colonic Volvulus
Patient Guideline Summary
Publication Date: February 1, 2020
Last Updated: March 3, 2023
Objective
Objective
This patient summary means to discuss key recommendations from the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy for the role of endoscopy in the management of acute colonic pseudo-obstruction and colonic volvulus. It is limited to adults 18 years of age and older and should not be used as a reference for children.