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Retrograde intussusception: a lead-point for prograde intussusception

K Radhakrishna1, P C Das, P L Rao

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India.

Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|December 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Retrograde intussusception, a rare condition, was observed in a 12-year-old. A unique case featured a retrograde jejuno-jejunal intussusception acting as a lead point for a secondary prograde intussusception.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Retrograde intussusception is exceptionally rare in pediatric cases.
  • Intussusception typically occurs in a prograde direction.

Observation:

  • A 12-year-old presented with a complex intussusception case.
  • The retrograde jejuno-jejunal intussusception served as a lead point for a secondary prograde intussusception.
  • A previous resection-anastomosis suture line was identified as the lead point for the retrograde intussusception.

Findings:

  • The retrograde intussusception mass acted as a lead point for a secondary prograde jejuno-jejunal intussusception.
  • Anastomotic suture line from prior surgery was the lead point for the retrograde intussusception.
  • A barium meal study revealed a "reverse claw sign" attributed to the retrograde intussusceptum.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights unusual intussusception dynamics in pediatric surgery.
  • Radiological signs like the "reverse claw sign" aid in diagnosing rare intussusception types.
  • Understanding these mechanisms is crucial for surgical planning and patient outcomes.