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Epidemiology of intussusception in sub-Saharan Africa

Jason M Mwenda1, Jacqueline E Tate2, Umesh D Parashar2

  • 1World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa, Brazzaville, Republic of Congo.

The Pan African Medical Journal
|September 22, 2021
PubMed

Insights

Intussusception surveillance in 9 countries reveals peak cases at 4-6 months. Surgical treatment and outcomes vary significantly, highlighting needs for improved diagnosis and care in sub-Saharan Africa.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Global Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Intussusception surveillance data from nine countries were compiled.
  • The study focused on the first year of life, identifying peak incidence.
  • Surgical intervention and its associated outcomes were analyzed across diverse healthcare settings.

Discussion:

  • The age distribution of intussusception shows a clear peak between 4-6 months of age.
  • A high percentage of intussusception cases necessitate surgical intervention, often involving bowel resection.
  • Significant variability exists in treatment outcomes for intussusception across different countries.

Key Insights:

  • Intussusception predominantly affects infants aged 4-6 months.
  • Surgery is a common treatment, frequently requiring bowel resection.
  • Treatment success for intussusception varies globally.

Outlook:

  • These findings are crucial for enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of intussusception in young children.
  • The data underscore the need for standardized treatment protocols and improved surgical care in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Further research could focus on reducing surgical complications and improving long-term outcomes for intussusception.

Keywords:
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