DB30.0 Intussusception of the large intestine

International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2025-01

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.

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synonyms

• Intussusception of the large intestine
• Caecal intussusception

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