A case of neonatal intussusception.
A case of ileocotic intussusception in a 48-hr-old neonate due to saccular duplication of the terminal ileum is presented. The unique nature of intussusception due to a leading point is underscored and the case for early surgical intervention is emphasized. Barium enema examination is stressed as a prime diagnostic tool whenever intussusception is suspected.
D001466:Barium Sulfate; D004733:Enema; D006801:Humans; D007077:Ileal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D007082:Ileum / Q000002:abnormalities*; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007232:Infant, Newborn, Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D007443:Intussusception / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male
D001466:Barium Sulfate