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K56.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM K56.2 became effective on October 1, 2024. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of K56.2 - other international versions of ICD-10 K56.2 may differ.
- K56.4
The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM K56.4 became effective on...
- Volvulus
Volvulus - 2025 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K56.2 - The Web's...
- Knotting
Knotting - 2025 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K56.2 - The Web's...
- Twist, Twisted
Twist, Twisted - 2025 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K56.2 - The...
- K55.8
K55.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used...
- Strangulation, Strangulated
Strangulation, Strangulated - 2025 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code...
- K56.4
Treatment. Sigmoid volvulus is considered a medical emergency and should prompt immediate treatment. If the colon is twisted and the blood supply is intact, then a colonoscopy may be performed to untwist the colon. This usually resolves the blockage quickly.
15 maj 2023 · In sigmoid volvulus, meso-sigmoid twisting of up to 180° is considered physiological. In approximately 2% of cases, the volvulus reduces spontaneously . Torsion beyond 180° can lead to complications such as colonic obstruction, ischemia or necrosis with perforation.
15 maj 2023 · Sigmoid volvulus is a common surgical emergency, especially in elderly patients. Patients can present with a wide range of clinical states: from asymptomatic, to frank peritonitis secondary to colonic perforation.
K56.2 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify volvulus. Synonyms: cecal volvulus, congenital volvulus, entrapment of intestine in epiploic foramen, entrapment.
29 lip 2021 · Given the relatively low complication rate of definitive surgery, even in those patients perceived to be high risk, we contend that all patients should be considered for early surgery to prevent the likely recurrence of sigmoid volvulus.
In patients with suspected ischemia or unsuccessful endoscopic detorsion, emergent surgical exploration is indicated and sigmoid resection should be performed.
