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Intussusception of the large intestine
Link to WHO Definition
Intussusception of the large intestine – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/659345903
Intussusception occurs when a segment of bowel invaginatetes, or telescopeds, into adjacent distal bowel, leading to obstruction and possibly ischemic injury. Colonic intussusception is a relatively uncommon condition that is most frequent in the early years of life. There are three main varieties: caecocolic, colocolic and sigmoidrectal.