Volvulus-- will it heal itself?

Usually no: Volvulus may be reversible but at some point may require surgical correction or minimalist reduction if patient's condition precludes surgery.

No: Volvulus is twisting of the intesting and, in general, if not untwisted within 6 hours, the bowel will die. There are children with a chronic volvulus that is tolerated. It is not acceptable to leave a volvulus untreated. The basis for it is a condition called malrotation. The intestine does not rotate properly in utero, a setup allowing it to twist at any time.