A volvulus is an abnormal twisting of part of the large or small intestine. It can stem from problems with the structure of the colon, constipation, and other health issues. It is a medical emergency ...

Cecal volvulus, a type of intestinal obstruction, happens when a section of the large intestine called the cecum detaches from the abdominal wall and becomes twisted. It’s a rare but potentially ...

August 29, 2012 — Early elective surgery for sigmoid volvulus should be encouraged because it is associated with lower morbidity and mortality, as well as a lower incidence of recurrence, than ...

Volvulus, derived from the Latin term volvere, is a subtype of abnormal gastrointestinal (GI) rotation. In volvulus, a loop of intestines is twisted at a point along the mesentery that is attached to ...

THE incidence of sigmoidal volvulus in the United States is so low that few surgeons acquire great experience in dealing with it. It is reported by most authors as ranging between 1 and 4 per cent of ...

In patients with type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 use was not associated with higher risks for most serious gastrointestinal or ...

Health expert reveals what causes Midgut Volvulus, how it is diagnosed and at what age can this rare abdomen disorder occur Midgut volvulus is a health disorder in which the intestine twists as a ...

Q: I am 74 years old and had cervical cancer surgery and radiation treatments 16 years ago. Since then I have had multiple bouts of bowel obstruction. Is there anything I can do to prevent another one ...