Volvulus history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Hadeel Maksoud M.D.[2]

Overview

Patients are usually elderly or institutionalized. The most common symptoms of volvulus include abdominal pain, abdominal distension, constipation and vomiting.

History and symptoms

Patients with volvulus may have a positive history of:

• Prolonged confinement in bed
• Institutionalization
• Residency in an elderly home
• Debilitation

Common Symptoms

Common symptoms of volvulus include:

• Abdominal pain
• Abdominal distension
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Obstipation
• Nausea

Less Common Symptoms

Less common symptoms of volvulus include:

• Acute abdominal pain
• Fever
• Syncopy

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