title: [Volvulus of the colon].
abstract: Twenty-two cases of volvulus of the colon are reported. The conservative and surgical methods of treatment are discussed. It should be emphasized that a preliminary X-ray study of the colon with Gastrografin is necessary to identify the nature and site of obstruction and any associated lesions.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged
vernacular_title: Volvulus du côlon.