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  • Title: [Primary volvulus of the small intestines in adults].
    Author: Roggo A, Schlumpf R, Largiadèr F.
    Journal: Schweiz Rundsch Med Prax; 1991 Dec 10; 80(50):1412-5. PubMed ID: 1749882.
    Abstract:
    In our area, small bowel volvulus is a sporadic form of mechanical intestinal obstruction. Diagnostic problems may occur. The clinical presentation is that of an acute abdomen. The cause of symptoms may be due to narrowing of the bowel itself, or strangulation of the blood supply, or both. The types (primary and secondary) and incidence of small bowel volvulus are age-related and demonstrate astonishing geographical differences. Goals for treatment of small bowel volvulus should include physician awareness and accurate workup of this uncommon diagnosis.
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