[Gastric volvulus. Clinical contribution]

After discussing the classification of the various types of gastric volvulus, the aetiopathogenetic factors that occur in this rare stomach pathology are reviewed. The personal series is reported and the clinical, radiological and above all therapeutic aspects connected with the pathology discussed. It is concluded that, in these cases too, the aims to pursue are the formulation of early diagnosis and implementation of quick, correct treatment for the purpose of eliminating the basic pathology and preventing necrosis of the gastric wall setting in.