Intussusception of the large intestine (Q43430)
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Intussusception occurs when a segment of bowel invaginatetes, or telescopeds, into adjacent distal bowel, leading to obstruction and possibly ischemic injury. Colonic intussusception is a relatively uncommon condition that is most frequent in the early years of life. There are three main varieties: caecocolic, colocolic and sigmoidrectal.
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| English | Intussusception of the large intestine |
Intussusception occurs when a segment of bowel invaginatetes, or telescopeds, into adjacent distal bowel, leading to obstruction and possibly ischemic injury. Colonic intussusception is a relatively uncommon condition that is most frequent in the early years of life. There are three main varieties: caecocolic, colocolic and sigmoidrectal. |
