📌 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

INTUSSUSCEPTION REVIEW follow @nursewellversed for visual nursing education Intussusception occurs when a segment of the colon telescopes into another portion ⚠️Causes/Risk Factors Unknown, but most common in: → Age 3-24 months → Meckel’s diverticulum → Celiac disease → Cystic fibrosis → Recent viral infection ⭐️ Symptoms → Red currant jelly stool → Severe colicky abdominal pain (child may draw legs to abdomen during episodes) → Vomiting → Diarrhea → Sausage-shaped mass in the upper abdomen ✅Dia