Intussusception Flashcards
What is intussusception
When the small intestine folds in on itself, also known as telescoping
Where is the main point
The ileum folding into the caecum
Most common intestinal obstruction in infants. True or false
True
Main causes in adults
Polyp or tumour
Main cause in babies
Lymphoid hyperplasia
It cannot cause meckel’s diverticulum. True or false
False, it can
What is meckel’s diverticulum
Outpouching of the GI tract
Risk factors
Had one previously, sibling has had it and intestinal malrotation
Signs/symptoms
Abdo pain that gets worse with peristalsis, vomiting, guarding and hard sausage like mass in abdomen
What kind of stool does it make
Red currant jelly stool
How can it cause infection
Intestines can perforate, release bacteria and cause sepsis
Diagnosis of intussusception
May be felt on PR, US/X-ray/CT, bulls eye appearance on image
Treatment
Barium or air enema. If this does not work the surgery
