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Cecal volvulus

Tends to occur in younger patients than sigmoid volvulus (30-60 years of age).  It is the result of failed peritoneal fixation of the ascend...

Tends to occur in younger patients than sigmoid volvulus (30-60 years of age). 
It is the result of failed peritoneal fixation of the ascending colon. 
Presents with features of large bowel obstruction.
Plain film

•  Marked distension of the caecum.
•  Preservation of haustra.

•  Long axis of the distended loops arises from the right lower quadrant.
•  Gas-filled appendix.