Dolichocolon

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Dolichocolon
SpecialtyGeneral surgery

Dolichocolon also known as redundant colon or tortuous colon is an abnormally long large intestine.[1] It should not be confused with an abnormally wide large intestine, which is called a megacolon.

Dolichocolon may predispose to abnormal rotation (see volvulus) and interposition between the diaphragm and the liver (see Chilaiditi syndrome). It is a congenital condition.[2] The exact cause remains unknown. Dolichocolon is often an incidental finding on abdominal X-rays or colonoscopy. It is not by itself a disease and as such requires no treatment. The term is from ancient Greek dolichos, the long distance in running, and colon.

References

  1. ^ Dolichocolon - definition from CancerWeb at Newcastle University.
  2. ^ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/redundant-colon#causes
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