Intussusception

Question 1

What is intussusception?

Answer 1

When part of the intestine invaginates into itself.

Question 2

What part of the intestine is usually involved in intussusception? Why?

Answer 2

The ilio-cecal valve because this is where the small intestine joins the large.

Question 3

Explain how ischemia happens in intussusception?

Answer 3

Invagination -> obstruction -> inflm -> ischemia

Question 4

2 possible complications of intussusception:

Answer 4

• Necrosis

- Peritonitis

Question 5

What are the Tx for intussusception?

Answer 5

• Hydrostatic reduction
  
  • This involves using a water-soluble contrast and air
    to push the intestine back into place
• Surgery if required