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The kidney bean sign (more commonly called the coffee bean sign; also bent inner tube sign) is a radiologic sign observed on abdominal radiographs that indicates the presence of a sigmoid volvulus, a form of bowel obstruction. It is seen as an area of hyperlucency resembling a coffee bean. [1]
After taking a thorough history, the diagnosis of colonic volvulus is usually easily included in the differential diagnosis. Abdominal plain x-rays are commonly confirmatory for a volvulus, especially if a coffee bean sign is seen. These refer to the shape of the air-filled closed loop of colon which forms the volvulus.
Sigmoid colon volvulus, also known as sigmoid volvulus, is volvulus affecting the sigmoid colon.It is a common cause of bowel obstruction [1] and constipation.It is common in Asia, India (7% of intestinal obstruction) and especially South India because of the high fibre diet.
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