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 ...

CF was diagnosed by sweat test in a 4-year-old girl who had been followed by independent practitioners for failure to thrive and protracted respiratory infections. Genetic testing of the CFTR gene ...

IT IS the purpose of this paper to present 7 cases of volvulus of the cecum and ascending colon and to discuss the preoperative diagnosis of this condition, with emphasis on roentgenologic findings, ...

A volvulus is a rare health condition that causes abnormal twisting of the gastrointestinal tract, mainly involving different parts such as the stomach, large intestine or small intestine. A loop of ...

Midgut volvulus is a health disorder in which the intestine twists as a result of malrotation during pregnancy or when the normal embryologic sequence of intestinal development and fixation is ...

Midgut volvulus is a medical condition that occurs when the small intestine twists on itself, leading to a blockage of blood flow and potential risk of tissue damage. This condition is considered a ...