Cecal volvulus

Discussion:

In a cecal volvulus, the base of the distended bowel loop arises from the right lateral abdomen or right lower quadrant, in contrast to a sigmoid volvulus where it arises from the pelvis. In both cases the loop usually points towards the left upper quadrant. The whirl sign of twisting mesenteric vessels in seen as an indicator of a twist in the bowel.

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