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volvulus |
1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Volvulus \Vol"vu*lus\, n. [NL., fr L. volvere to turn about to roll.] (Med.) a The spasmodic contraction of the intestines which causes colic. b Any twisting or displacement of the intestines causing obstruction; ileus. See {Ileus}.
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