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Volvulus, Stomach

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Volvulus, Stomach Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Volvulus, Stomach?

Twisting of the stomach that may result in obstruction and impairment of the blood supply to the organ. It can occur in paraesophageal hernia and occasionally in eventration of the diaphragm. (Stedman, 25th ed)

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