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Acute intussusception can be one of the complications of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura or ITP. Intussusception is a type of disorder associated with blockage of the intestines while ITP is a condition in which there is bruising and bleeding due to low levels of platelets.
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What is telescoping of the intestines?
intussusception
What is the third potential problem resulting from Meckel's diverticulum?
The third potential complication is obstruction due to intussusception, or a twist around a persistent connection to the abdominal wall.
Telescoping of one part of the intestine into adjacent part?
This is called Intussusception. Most commonly seen in infants , but can occur in adults also. Needs immediate attention and surgery.
What happens in intussusception?
In intussusception, the bowel telescopes into itself like a radio antenna folding up.
How many incidence case of ileocecal intussusception?
Unfortunately I don't have specifics, but this might give you a feel for things. Ileocecal intussusception is the most common form of intussusception. The overall incidence of intussusception is 1-4/1000, with 90% being of the idiopathic form (ie, no specific mechanical lead point for the intussusception can be found), and of these idiopathic cases, most are ileocecal.
What is intussusception?
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How can intussusception be prevented?
Prevention of death can be accomplished with immediate medical care, within the first 24 hours. Once intussusception is suspected, emergency measures should be initiated. Untreated intussusception is almost always fatal.
What causes intussusception?
The cause of intussusception is idiopathic in most children diagnosed. In the remaining.certain conditions called lead points have been associated with intussusception. These lead points include cystic fibrosis; recent upper respiratory or.
Telescoping of one part of the intestine into another is called?
Telescoping of one part of the intestine into another is called intussusception. This condition can cause abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting, and requires medical intervention to correct.
If I had a spleenectomy for ITP when I was young can the ITP still affect me later?
Depends on how serious your ITP was, you should go for a test to determain how long it'll last and what your blood platelet count is (:
What is the difference between intussusception of the bowel and cecal volvulus?
Volvulus is a twisting, while intussusception is a telescope-like collapse of the bowel into intself.
Can itp kill children known deaths from itp?
ITP (immune thrombocytopenic purpura) is a condition characterized by low platelet levels, which can lead to increased risk of bleeding. While ITP can be serious, it is rare for it to be fatal in children. With appropriate monitoring and treatment, most children with ITP can lead normal lives. It is important to work closely with healthcare providers to manage the condition.
