Cecal volvulus is a rare cause of intestinal obstruction caused by
axial twisting of the cecum that occurs in 1–1.5 % of all intestinal
obstruction, with an incidence of 2.8–7.1 cases per million annually.
Cecal volvulus is potentially life-threatening without prompt surgical
intervention. A 57-year-old woman presented with severe abdominal
pain and distention. Laboratory examinations revealed normal white
blood cell count with neutrophilic predominance. Diagnosis of acute
cecal volvulus was made from a “whirl sign” on abdominal computed
tomography. An exploratory laparotomy confirmed the diagnosis
of cecal volvulus and a segmental ileocolic resection with primary
anastomosis was carried out. The patient was discharged improved
and returned to her normal activities of daily living.