Intussusception Flashcards
1
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Define intussusception?
A
- Invagination of one portion of bowel into the lumen of the adjacent bowel
- Most commonly around the ileo-caecal region
2
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Describe the classical patient who presents with intussusception?
A
- Infants between 6-18 months
- More likely in males
3
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Features of intussusception?
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- Paroxysmal abdominal colicky pain
- Characteristically draw their knees up and turn pale during pain
- Vomiting
- Blood in stool
- Red-currant jelly is a late sign
- Sausage shaped mass in RUQ
4
Q
Investigations into intussusception?
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- Abdominal US
- Target-like mass
5
Q
Describe the management of intussusception?
A
- Reduction by air insufflation
- Under radiological control
- Surgery second line
