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Intussusception

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Intussusception is a condition marked by the small intestine "telescoping" in on itself and causing an obstruction.
Intussusception is a condition marked by the small intestine "telescoping" in on itself and causing an obstruction. Children with this condition are likely to have severe abdominal pain, a sausage-shaped mass in the RUQ, vomiting, and stool with "currant jelly" appearance and consistency. The treatment AND diagnosis for this condition is an air enema.
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