Intussusception and its Aetiology
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What is intussusception?

  • Blockage of the small intestine
  • Infection of the intestinal segment
  • Telescoping of an intestinal segment into the lumen of an adjacent one (correct)
  • Inflammation of the intestinal lining

    • What is the peak incidence period for intussusception?

  • Winter
  • Summer (correct)
  • Autumn
  • Spring

    • What is the commonest type of intussusception?

  • Ileo-caecal (correct)
  • Ileo-ileal
  • Intestinal invagination
  • Ileocolic

    • What is the possible cause of infantile ileocaecal intussusception?

    <p>Adenovirus causing swelling of lymphoid follicles in the terminal ileum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a minority of cases, what may be evident at the head of the intussusceptum?

    <p>Polyp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common age range for infantile ileocaecal intussusception?

    <p>9-12 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of infantile ileocaecal intussusception?

    <p>Severe abdominal colics and screams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be felt along the distribution of the colon in cases of infantile ileocaecal intussusception?

    <p>A sausage shaped mass in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common finding in digital rectal examination in cases of infantile ileocaecal intussusception?

    <p>Bloody mucous in 10% of cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the ultrasound examination show in cases of infantile ileocaecal intussusception?

    <p>The mass with target sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Intussusception

    • Intussusception is a medical condition in which a part of the intestine slides into another part of the intestine.

    Peak Incidence Period

    • The peak incidence period for intussusception is between 5-10 months of age.

    Types of Intussusception

    • The commonest type of intussusception is infantile ileocaecal intussusception.

    Causes of Infantile Ileocaecal Intussusception

    • The possible cause of infantile ileocaecal intussusception is a viral infection or an allergic reaction to food.

    Characteristics of Intussusception

    • In a minority of cases, a lump or mass may be evident at the head of the intussusceptum.

    Age Range for Infantile Ileocaecal Intussusception

    • The most common age range for infantile ileocaecal intussusception is between 3-12 months.

    Symptoms of Infantile Ileocaecal Intussusception

    • A common symptom of infantile ileocaecal intussusception is sudden onset of abdominal pain, vomiting, and bloody stools.

    Physical Examination Findings

    • A sausage-shaped mass may be felt along the distribution of the colon in cases of infantile ileocaecal intussusception.

    Digital Rectal Examination Findings

    • A common finding in digital rectal examination in cases of infantile ileocaecal intussusception is blood in the stool.

    Ultrasound Examination Findings

    • The ultrasound examination shows a target sign or a pseudo-kidney sign in cases of infantile ileocaecal intussusception.

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    This quiz covers the concept of intussusception, specifically focusing on the aetiology of infantile ileocaecal intussusception. It discusses the possible causes and factors contributing to this condition.

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