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Volvulus in infants: Fast Facts

Volvulus in infants: Fast Facts (00:00:23)
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Volvulus is twisting of the intestine.

It can happen in a baby when the intestine  isn't in the right place in the baby's belly.

Volvulus is an emergency.

The twisting of the intestine can cut off  blood flow and lead to death of the tissue.

It can make your baby very sick, very quickly.

Your baby will need surgery right away.

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