intucusseption Flashcards
1
Q
when does intucuesseption usually occur?
A
between 3 months and 3 years
2
Q
risk factors of intucusseption ?
A
CF
polyp
lymphoma
mekels diverticulum (congenital)
3
Q
on examination, which shape of mass palpable ?
A
sausage
4
Q
what does intucusseption cause? which causes distension
A
bowel obstruction
5
Q
diagnosis is by abdominal x ray. what would you see ?
A
distended small bowel, absence of gas in large bowel
6
Q
what is the management of intucesseption ?
A
insufflation
this is attempted if peritonitis not present
air is pumped into anus (successful in 75% of patients)
remaining 25% WILL NEED SURGERY
7
Q
what kind of faeces?
A
red currant jelly
