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Intussusception

B T Winslow1, J M Westfall, R A Nicholas

  • 1University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver, USA.

American Family Physician
|July 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary
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Intussusception, a serious bowel condition, most often affects infants. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications, with imaging like ultrasound aiding detection.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Intussusception involves one bowel segment telescoping into another, a critical condition.
  • It predominantly affects infants aged 5-9 months, but can occur at any age.

Observation:

  • While abdominal pain, vomiting, and bloody stools are classic symptoms, lethargy and irritability are more common presentations.
  • Rectal examination for occult blood is a key diagnostic step, often yielding positive results.

Findings:

  • Barium enema remains the gold standard for diagnosing intussusception and can also be therapeutic.
  • Ultrasound is a highly accurate, low-risk screening tool when performed by experienced professionals.

Implications:

  • Prompt diagnosis is vital to minimize morbidity and mortality associated with delayed treatment.
  • Surgical intervention is reserved for cases where non-operative reduction fails or is contraindicated, or when a lead point is identified.