KEY FACTS

Terminology

  • Cecal volvulus : Rotational twist of right colon on its axis, resulting in progressive distention and potential ischemia

  • Cecal bascule

    • Cecum is distended and lumen narrowed by medial folding and displacement, without a twist

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