| Dolichocolon | |
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| Specialty | General 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.[ citation needed ]
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.