Paediatrics - Queensland Health - Queensland Government
Paediatrics - Queensland Health - Queensland Government
Paediatrics - Queensland Health - Queensland Government
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Gastrointestinal problems<br />
Intussusception<br />
Background<br />
Suspect in a young child who looks unwell and has intermittent severe abdominal<br />
pain<br />
In 15 % of cases the classic triad of abdominal pain, palpable sausage shaped<br />
abdominal masses and red currant jelly stool is present. The small bowel telescopes<br />
into itself (as if it were swallowing itself)<br />
Most common cause of obstruction in children 6 - 36 months of age (60%
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