Intussusception



Fig. 12.1
a, b Intussusception on CT scan. © Dale Dangleben, MD



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Fig. 12.2
Target sign sometimes seen with intussusception. © Dale Dangleben, MD




Complications


If the intussusception is not reduced in a timely fashion, the involved bowel can become ischemic leading to necrosis and perforation.

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