Radiology, Vol 140, 145-146, Copyright © 1981 by Radiological Society of North America

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Computed tomographic diagnosis of volvulus in intestinal malrotation

JK Fisher

The computed tomographic appearance of volvulus in intestinal malrotation in an adult is presented. The small-bowel loops encircling the superior mesenteric artery create a whirl-like pattern that may be distinctive for this diagnosis.

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