Question:

Axial rotation of mesentery and attached small intestine is termed as:

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To remember the distinction:
- Torsion = Twisting along the organ's own longitudinal axis.
- Volvulus = Twisting of a bowel loop around its mesenteric attachment root (axial rotation).
  • Torsion
  • Volvulus
  • Intussusceptions
  • Telescoping
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Intestinal obstructions can be mechanical or functional.
Mechanical obstructions often involve anatomical displacements, twisting, or telescoping of intestinal segments, which compromises the local blood supply.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

Let us define each of these pathological terms:
- Torsion: The twisting of an organ or a tubular structure along its own long axis (for example, uterine torsion or splenic torsion).
- Volvulus: The axial rotation of a loop of intestine around its mesenteric attachment or mesenteric axis.
This rotation constricts the mesenteric vessels, leading to ischemia, venous congestion, and gangrene of the affected bowel segment.
- Intussusception Telescoping: The invagination (slipping) of one segment of the intestine (intussusceptum) into the lumen of an immediately adjacent segment (intussuscipiens).

Step 3: Final Answer:

Therefore, the axial rotation of the mesentery and attached small intestine is specifically termed volvulus.
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