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Volvulus is a twisting of the intestine around itself and can occur in childhood. You will also hear volvulus described simply as a twisted bowel or twisting of the intestines. Volvulus results in a blockage that can restrict blood flow and result in tissue damage.<\/p>\n

There are several different types of volvulus. Midgut volvulus involves the small intestine and is often associated with intestinal malrotation in infants and children. Gastric volvulus involves twisting of the stomach. Colonic volvulus is usually classified as sigmoid volvulus or cecal volvulus.<\/p>\n

The incidence and prevalence of gastric volvulus is not known due to the fact that many cases of chronic volvulus go undiagnosed. Acute gastric volvulus is a very dangerous condition with reported mortality rates of approximately 30% to 50% when treatment is delayed.<\/p>\n

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Volvulus is a twisting of the intestine around itself and can occur in childhood. You will also hear volvulus described simply as a twisted bowel or twisting of the intestines. Volvulus results in a blockage that can restrict blood flow and result in tissue damage. There are several different types of volvulus. 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