Abstract

BAHENA-APONTE, Jesus A.  and  TORRES CARRILLO, Juan Carlos. Ileosigmoideal intussusception in an adult: Case report and review of the literature. Rev. gastroenterol. Perú [online]. 2016, vol.36, n.4, pp.354-356. ISSN 1022-5129.

Intussusception in adults has low incidence. It can be seen at different locations and within less frequent ileosigmoid is. The etiology is diverse, being more frequent causes malignant when it occurs in the colon into adulthood. The suspected diagnosis supported by computed tomography of the abdomen, may also corroborate the diagnosis, clarify the etiology of it and guidance on the most appropriate treatment option for the patient

Keywords : intussusception; Ileum; Adult.

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