8K views · 21 reactions | Listen to our pronunciation guide to learn how to say "intussusception" with confidence.  Intussusception is a disorder in which one segment of the intestine slides into another, much like the parts of a telescope. Discover more here: https://mrkmnls.co/3L3xd8D | Merck Manual Consumer | Facebook

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Do you routinely admit patients after radiologic reduction of intussusception in order to observe for recurrence? A new study out of Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City suggests that you don't have to! Check out this article by Joseph Sujka, Shawn St. Peter, and colleagues, where they analyze the impact of a new intussusception protocol. Let us know your thoughts below! http://ow.ly/Gr7f30nzEdn Video edited by Alexander Gibbons at Akron Children's Hospital | Journal of Pediatric Surgery

📌 Intussusception – Radiologist Overview | Emergency GI Condition Intussusception is a telescoping of one segment of the intestine into another, most commonly seen in children but can also occur in adults due to a pathological lead point. As radiologists, early detection is critical, because untreated cases may lead to bowel obstruction, ischemia, and perforation. On imaging: 🔹 Ultrasound is the first-line modality—showing the classic “Target Sign / Doughnut Sign” on transverse view and “Pseud