1. Endoscopic Decompression, Detorsion, and Reduction of Sigmoid Volvulus
Shou-jiang Tang, Ruonan Wu 
Video Journal and Encyclopedia of GI Endoscopy 
Volume 2, Issue 1, Pages (April 2014)
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2. Figure 1
Plain radiographic image of abdomen showing the markedly distended ahaustral sigmoid loop arising from the left lower quadrant and extending towards the diaphragm, a “coffee bean” or “bent inner tube” sign.
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3. Figure 2
Selected images of computed tomography showing spiraled loops of collapsed bowel and mesentery which are twisted around their vascular supply, a “whirl” sign (arrow).
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4. Figure 3
Endoscopic image showing the spirally twisted rectal or converging mucosa (a “whirl” sign) at the rectosigmoid junction signifying the distal point of torsional obstruction.
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5. Figure 4
Endoscopic image showing dilated colon segment proximal to twisted segment with endoscopic evidence of mucosal ischemia.
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6. Figure 5
Image showing a colon decompression drainage tube (white colored) being advanced over the guide wire into the untwisted and decompressed sigmoid colon.
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7. Figure 6
Image showing a colon decompression drainage tube (white colored) with a wire guide inside and a long rectal tube (orange colored).
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