title: Transverse colon volvulus associated with scleroderma.
abstract: An unusual case of volvulus of the transverse colon associated with scleroderma is presented. The morphologic changes in the large bowel due to progressive systemic sclerosis, resulting in pseudo-obstruction, are considered in the etiology and pathogenesis of colonic torsion.
mesh_terms: D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D012595:Scleroderma, Systemic / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging