What is the treatment for intussusception?
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Treatment usually starts with using a liquid or air enema to try to push the intestine back. This doesn't require surgery and usually works. If it doesn't, surgery is needed.
From: Child Severe Digestive Disorders: An Overview WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Roy Benaroch on May 02, 2018
American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders: "About EGID."
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC): “Celiac Disease;" "Crohn’s Disease;" and "Ulcerative Colitis.”
The Cleveland Clinic: "Diseases and Conditions: Intussusception;” “Malrotation;" and "Short Bowel Syndrome in Children."
UpToDate: “Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Disease in Children and Adolescents.”
American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders: "About EGID."
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC): “Celiac Disease;" "Crohn’s Disease;" and "Ulcerative Colitis.”
The Cleveland Clinic: "Diseases and Conditions: Intussusception;” “Malrotation;" and "Short Bowel Syndrome in Children."
UpToDate: “Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Disease in Children and Adolescents.”
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