title: Cecal volvulus.
abstract: A recent experience with cecal volvulus of acute and chronic types is presented. The four cases were treated surgically by both reconstructive and extirpative means with equally good results. Early diagnosis and vigorous treatment are emphasized to avoid a high mortality rate in this condition.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001466:Barium Sulfate; D002429:Cecal Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography
chemical_list: D001466:Barium Sulfate