If volvulus is found, the doctor may use the sigmoidoscope to untwist the colon. However, if the colon is twisted tightly or if the blood flow has been cut off, immediate surgery will be needed. Surgery involves restoring the blood supply, if possible, to the affected part of the sigmoid colon.

The most common cause is short bowel syndrome (SBS), a problem affecting people who have had half or more of their small intestine removed to treat conditions such as trauma, necrotizing enterocolitis, Crohn’s disease, midgut volvulus, or intestinal atresia.

Volvulus (Twisting of the Colon) Volvulus occurs when the intestine twists around itself and the mesentery that supports it, creating an obstruction. The area of intestine above the obstruction continues to function and fills with food, fluid, and gas.

Short bowel syndrome following extensive bowel surgeries secondary to mesenteric ischemia (e.g., midgut volvulus) Absorptive impairment (e.g., intestinal pseudo-obstruction, microvillus inclusion disease)

Volvulus occurs when the intestine twists around itself and the mesentery that supports it, creating an obstruction. The area of intestine above the obstruction continues to function and fills with food, fluid, and gas. The mesentery may become so tightly twisted that blood…

Volvulus (Twisting of the Colon) Volvulus occurs when the intestine twists around itself and the mesentery that supports it, creating an obstruction. The area of intestine above the obstruction continues to function and fills with food, fluid, and gas.

Surgery to remove the colon and rectum is called a proctocolectomy. This is the standard surgical procedure for patients with ulcerative colitis where medical therapy has failed or serious life-threatening complications have ensued.

Surgery to remove the entire thyroid gland is called total thyroidectomy. The thyroid gland sits in the lower front part of the neck. Located behind the thyroid are four small pea-sized parathyroid glands that produce hormone for calcium balance in the body.

Treatment for ulcerative colitis varies depending on the seriousness of the disease. Most people need long-term medication to relieve symptoms and control the problems. In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove the diseased colon, which cures the disease. Medications and Nutritional Therapies

Open Mitral Valve Surgery If the mitral valve becomes diseased or damaged, it may be surgically repaired to restore function. Mitral valves also may be replaced with an artificial or natural valve.