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1. (n.) volvulus
a twisting of the intestine, causing obstruction.
Etymology: (1670–80; < NL, der. of L volv(ere) to turn, twist)
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1. (noun) volvulus
abnormal twisting of the intestines (usually in the area of the ileum or sigmoid colon) resulting in intestinal obstruction
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1. (noun) volvulus
the spasmodic contraction of the intestines which causes colic
2. (noun) volvulus
any twisting or displacement of the intestines causing obstruction; ileus. See Ileus
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