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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Intussusception, the telescoping of one segment of bowel into another, is a common cause of intestinal obstruction in children.
  • In adults, intussusception is less frequent, accounting for only about 1% of intestinal obstruction cases, and is often associated with an identifiable underlying cause.

Observation:

  • A 54-year-old female presented with colo-colonic intussusception one week post-colonoscopy.
  • The patient underwent colonoscopy for suspected inflammatory bowel disease.

Findings:

  • This case represents a rare instance of adult colo-colonic intussusception.
  • The idiopathic form of intussusception occurs in 8-20% of patients and typically affects the small intestine in adults.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering intussusception in adult patients presenting with bowel obstruction, even after recent procedures.
  • Understanding the varied presentations and management strategies for adult intussusception is crucial for effective patient care.