Intussusception- A Case Report.
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2007-07
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Abstract
Intussusception, the invagination of a portion of the intestine into itself, is one of the emergencies in infancy
and childhood. The etiology may be idiopathic or secondary to some pathology within the wall of the bowel.
Most cases (90%) are idiopathic1,2 with no identifiable lesion acting as the lead point or pathological apex3 of the
intussusceptum Children may present at any age but this occurs most commonly in the first year. The mode of
presentation may vary depending upon the time of presentation. A case of intussusception confirmed with the help
of an abdominal ultrasound in 10 month old infant who presented with only persistent vomiting but in the absence
of classic features is reported with brief review of literature.
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vomiting, USG, classic triad
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Gurubacharya S M, Gurubacharya R L. Intussusception- A Case Report. Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society. 2007 Jul-Dec; 27(2): 84-86.