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Intussusception: analysis of 98 cases

P J Raudkivi, L H Smith

    The British Journal of Surgery
    |September 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Early diagnosis of paediatric intussusception is crucial. This study highlights that delayed symptom recognition in children increases the need for bowel resection, emphasizing timely intervention to reduce complications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Gastroenterology
    • Clinical Research

    Background:

    • Intussusception is a common surgical emergency in children.
    • Classic symptoms are often absent, delaying diagnosis.
    • Effective management strategies are essential to minimize morbidity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze clinical features and surgical outcomes of pediatric intussusception.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
    • To identify factors influencing patient outcomes and complications.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 98 pediatric intussusception cases over 16 years in New Zealand.
    • Analysis of clinical presentations, diagnostic methods (barium enema), and surgical interventions (laparotomy).

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  • Assessment of operative outcomes, including bowel resection rates and mortality.

    • Main Results:

    • The classic triad of symptoms was present in only 20% of patients.
    • Barium enema achieved successful reduction in only 13 of 67 cases.
    • Laparotomy was performed in 85 patients; 17 had gangrenous bowel, and 24 required resection without mortality.

    Conclusions:

    • Delayed diagnosis, indicated by prolonged symptom duration, is linked to a high rate of bowel resection.
    • Earlier diagnosis is the most critical factor for reducing morbidity in pediatric intussusception.
    • Improved diagnostic timeliness can significantly decrease the need for extensive surgical intervention.