Cecocolic torsion: classification, pathogenesis, and treatment.
Cecocolic torsion is a class of right colon obstruction. Under this heading, the known and the recently identified variants are unified under 1 classification. An algorithm is utilized to trace the pathogenesis of these variants. Recent data, prevailing definitions, and controversies are discussed and resolved. The significance of specific membranes and the blood supply is clarified. New symptoms, clinical and x-ray diagnoses are elucidated. The recommended treatments are outlined.
Tirol
Francisco T
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Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District, Brawley, California, USA. FTTIROL@aol.com
D000465:Algorithms; D002429:Cecal Diseases / Q000145:classification / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery*; D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000145:classification / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D045822:Intestinal Volvulus / Q000145:classification / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D014102:Torsion Abnormality / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery