VOLVULUS - Definition

Pronunciation:		'vâlvyulus
WordNet Dictionary

	Definition:	[n] abnormal twisting of the intestines (usually in the are of the ileum or sigmoid colon) resulting in intestinal obstruction

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	See Also:	pathology

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

	Definition:	\Vol"vu*lus\, n. [NL., fr. L. volvere to turn about, to roll.] (Med.) (a) The spasmodic contraction of the intestines which causes colic. (b) Any twisting or displacement of the intestines causing obstruction; ileus. See {Ileus}.

Medical Dictionary

	Definition:	twisting of the stomach or large intestine.

Biology Dictionary

	Definition:	This is the twisting of bowels, causing obstruction. Delayed treatment of a volvulus may lead to perforation of the bowel.