volvulus

A medical condition involving an abnormal twisting of the intestines, typically in the ileum or sigmoid colon, which can lead to intestinal obstruction.

• 🇫🇷Condition médicale caractérisée par une torsion anormale d'une anse intestinale, généralement au niveau de l'iléon ou du côlon sigmoïde, pouvant entraîner une occlusion intestinale.

1. Intestinal twisting C2 formal medical

   An abnormal twisting of a segment of the intestine, most commonly the sigmoid colon or ileum, causing an obstruction and potentially cutting off blood supply.

   • The patient was diagnosed with a sigmoid volvulus and required emergency surgery.
   • Volvulus is a serious condition that can lead to bowel ischemia if not treated promptly.
   • Symptoms of a volvulus include severe abdominal pain, bloating, and vomiting.

   🇫🇷Volvulus (torsion intestinale)

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