The condition known as ____ is an obstruction caused by the twisting of the intestine on itself.
A) colitis
B) diverticulitis
C) intestinal adhesions
D) volvulus

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The condition of an obstruction caused by the twisting of the intestine on itself is called volvulus. Colitis is inflammation of the colon, diverticulitis is inflammation of small pouches in the intestine, and intestinal adhesions are scar tissue that can cause blockages.

The Condition Known as ____ Is an Obstruction Caused by the Twisting