Upside-down Stomach (2 of 3)

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The most common cause of gastric volvulus in adults is diaphragmatic defects. In cases of paraesophageal hernias, the gastroesophageal junction remains in the abdomen while the stomach ascends adjacent to the esophagus, resulting in an upside-down stomach. Gastric volvulus is the most common complication of paraesophageal hernias. It has also been reported to complicate gastroesophageal surgery, neuromuscular disorders, and intra-abdominal tumors. Rarely, gastric volvulus may be a complication of liver transplant and may be related to ligation of the hepatogastric ligament during the hepatectomy.

tags: upside-down stomach gastroscopy rotation paraesophageal hiatal hernia

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