Commonest cause of intestinal obstruction in children is –
Correct Answer: Intussusception
Description: Ans. is 'a' i.e., IntussusceptionIntussusceptiono Intussusception occurs when a poion of the alimentary tract is telescoped into an adjacent segment.o It is the most common cause of intestinal obstruction between 3 months and 6 year of age. o It is more common in males.o Intusssception may be --> i) Ileocolic (most common) ii) Cecocolic iii) Ileoilealo The upper poion of bowel that invaginates into lower poion is called intussusceptum. o Lower poion which recieves telescoped upper poion is called intussuscipiens.
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