Cecal volvulus

Discussion:

Cecal volvulus is caused by axial twisting of the cecum along with the terminal ileum and ascending colon with large bowel obstruction. If untreated, cecal volvulus can progress to bowel ischemia, necrosis, or perforation. In most patients with cecal volvulus, the torsion is located in the ascending colon above the ileocecal valve.

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