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Twisted colon, X-ray C017 / 7752
Twisted colon. X-ray of the abdomen of a 68 year old male patient with a twisted sigmoid colon, a condition known as a volvulus. The volvulus has caused the accumulation of gas in the abdomen and it has become distended. The sigmoid colon is the last part of the large intestine before the rectum. Twisting of the intestine can lead to its partial or full obstruction, limiting the intestines blood supply and the passage of food. Cutting off of the blood supply can lead to tissue death and gangrene, which requiries emergency surgery
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Abdomen Abdominal Bowel Colon Diagnosis Diagnostic Digestive System Intestinal Large Intestine Obstructed Obstruction Patient Radiography Senior Sigmoid Colon Sixties Twisted Unhappy X Ray Machine Xray Abnormal Condition Disorder
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate details of a twisted colon, specifically an X-ray image of the abdomen belonging to a 68-year-old male patient. The condition depicted here is known as volvulus, where the sigmoid colon becomes twisted. As a result, gas accumulates in the abdomen, causing it to become distended. The sigmoid colon serves as the final part of the large intestine before reaching the rectum. When this section of the intestine twists, it can lead to partial or complete obstruction, restricting both blood supply and food passage. This lack of blood flow may eventually cause tissue death and gangrene if left untreated, necessitating emergency surgery. In this monochrome image captured by an x-ray machine, we witness not only a medical anomaly but also glimpse into the world of diagnostic medicine. The unhappy expression on this elderly patient's face speaks volumes about his struggle with this disorder. This photograph offers valuable insight into gastrointestinal health issues that affect individuals in their senior years. It highlights how conditions like volvulus can disrupt normal bodily functions and emphasizes why prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for patients suffering from such ailments within their digestive system.
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