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  • Surgical Case Reports

Background:

  • Intussusception involves bowel invagination, often linked to a lead point.
  • Idiopathic intussusception, lacking a causative lesion, is exceptionally rare in adults.

Observation:

  • A 73-year-old woman presented with non-specific symptoms suggestive of intussusception.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed intraoperatively, a common scenario for adult intussusception.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent intestinal resection for idiopathic intussusception.
  • This case contributes to the limited literature on adult idiopathic intussusception.

Implications:

  • Highlights the diagnostic difficulty of idiopathic intussusception in adults.
  • Underscores the importance of surgical intervention for definitive diagnosis and treatment.
  • Suggests a need for further research into the etiology and management of this rare condition.