All statements about adult instussusception are true except

A. Idiopathic & more enteric rather than colonic

B. Lead point present in majority of cases

C. Resection of bowel is adequate for large bowel intussusception

D. Hydrostatic redution with barium or air are done if bowel is not completely obstructed

Correct Answer: Idiopathic & more enteric rather than colonic

Description: Most common in children Primary or secondary to intestinal pathology, e.g. polyp, Meckel's diveiculum Ileocolic is the commonest variety Can lead to an ischaemic segment Radiological reduction is indicated in most cases The remainder require surgery Ref: Bailey & Love&;s Sho Practice of Surgery,E25,Page-1191

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