The term for the twisting or kinking of the intestine that causes intestinal obstruction is
A)intussusception.
B)volvulus.
C)ulcerative colitis.
D)gastroesophageal reflux.

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Volvulus refers to the twisting or kinking of the intestine, leading to a partial or complete obstruction. Intussusception is another type of intestinal obstruction where one segment of the intestine invaginates into the lumen of an adjacent intestinal segment. Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that affects the large intestine. Gastroesophageal reflux is a condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort and sometimes damage to the esophageal lining. None of these conditions specifically involve intestinal twisting or kinking.

The Term for the Twisting or Kinking of the Intestine