Intestinal intussusception reduction by enema
Air or fluid pressure-guided reduction of intestinal intussusception in children.
The information below is provided for general educational purposes only. It describes the procedure in general terms and may not apply to your specific situation. Only your interventional radiologist can provide you with personalized information adapted to your case.
What does this intervention involve?
Background
Acute intussusception is a common pediatric emergency (peak 3 months-3 years) where bowel telescopes into itself.
Procedure
Under fluoroscopic/US control, air (pneumatic) or saline (hydrostatic) is insufflated rectally to push back the intussusception. Duration: 15-30 minutes.
Risks
Bowel perforation (rare, <1%), recurrence (5-10%).
Recovery
24-48 hour hospital observation. Surgery if failed/recurrent.
Practical information
Local anesthesia. Outpatient procedure (return home the same day).
This information does not replace a medical consultation. Each procedure is adapted to the patient's individual situation. Your doctor will explain the specific details, expected benefits and potential risks during your consultation.
Doctors and centers/departments performing this intervention
2 doctors
Dr Vincent DUROUS
Radiologue interventionnelAnnecy, Argonay
Dr Quentin LAFERTé
Radiologue interventionnelSaint-Quentin