volvulus

[ vol-vyuh-luhs ]

noun

, Pathology.

, plural vol·vu·lus·es.

1. a torsion, or twisting, of the intestine, causing intestinal obstruction.

volvulus

/ ˈvɒlvjʊləs /

noun

1. pathol an abnormal twisting of the intestines causing obstruction

Word History and Origins

Origin of volvulus¹

1670–80; < New Latin, equivalent to Latin volv ( ere ) to turn, twist + -ulus -ule

Word History and Origins

Origin of volvulus¹

C17: from New Latin, from Latin volvere to twist

Example Sentences

Volvulus, vol′vū-lus; n. occlusion of the intestine through twisting.

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If the cause of the obstruction is a volvulus, the bowel should be untwisted.

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When the large intestine is involved, except in volvulus, the symptoms are generally chronic.

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In volvulus involving the sigmoid flexure, when injury to the bowel is great, the symptoms are acute in the extreme.

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Volvulus is generally preceded by a history of chronic constipation.

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