Intestine and Lower Gastrointestinal Tract · 12 June 2024

Laparoscopic Ladd Procedure for Adult Intestinal Malrotation

Laparoscopic Ladd procedure is safe and effective for adult patients with intestinal malrotation, with over 90% experiencing symptom resolution and significant quality of life improvement post-surgery. Complications are low, and the majority would recommend the procedure to others. Results show symptom improvement in 78.6% of patients and quality of life enhancement in 85.7%. Laparoscopic Ladd is the treatment of choice, with high patient satisfaction rates.

Journal Article by Gomaa IA, Mirande MD (…) Perry WRG et 3 al. in J Gastrointest Surg

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