Intussusception Reduction
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What is intussusception?

  • A condition where one part of the intestine folds into another part (correct)
  • An inflammation of the small intestine
  • A type of bowel obstruction caused by a hernia
  • A form of stomach ulcer

    • Where does intussusception usually occur in the gastrointestinal tract?

  • In the stomach
  • In the esophagus
  • In the colon
  • At the junction of the small and large intestine (correct)

    • What age group does intussusception mostly occur in?

  • Between 6 months to 3 years (correct)
  • Teenagers
  • Elderly people
  • Between 20-30 years

    • What is the age distribution of intussusception cases?

    <p>60% of cases are in those above 10 years, 1% in infants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of intestinal obstruction in the age group of 6 months to 3 years?

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

    What percentage of intussusception cases occur in children above 10 years?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what junction does intussusception usually occur?

    <p>Small and large intestine junction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of cases occur at age 10 years?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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