Intussusception
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- Intussusception is an Intestinal Disease that Causes Painful ObstructionsThere are a variety of medical conditions that affect the intestines, and this can lead to various complications. One serious medical condition that you might become affected with is intussusception, and this disease can affect children or adults.
- Pediatric Surgery: Intussusception ReductionChildren are most susceptible to need intussusception reduction surgery and here is what parents need to know if your child is scheduled for this pediatric surgery procedure.
Intussusception in Dogs Can Be FatalIf your dog's a chewer, you'll need to be watching what he swallows. That plastic toy or big piece of rawhide might just result in a problem that requires quick surgery.
Intussusception of the Intestine Can Be Fatal for CatsIf you catch it early enough, your cat will probably recover. However, surgery is almost a certainty. Read how to spot an intussusception before it becomes fatal.- What is an Intussusception?It hurts as much as being in labor, though it most often strikes small children. Read about the symptoms of an intussusception and what modern medicine can do to help you if you experience one.
- Intestinal Blockage - What is Intussusception?Intussusception is a form of intestinal blockage that can lead to death if left untreated. Find out what this is, who is most likely to get it and what can be done about this rare disorder.
- Intussusception is a Medical EmergencyIntussusception is a very common intestinal obstruction disorder in children around the ages of 3 months to 6 years. It occurs mostly in the spring and fall.
FDA Issues Public Health Notice on RotaTeq VaccineThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today issues a public health warning on the RotaTeq vaccine after 28 cases of intussusception were reported after administration of the vaccine manufactured by Merck. Of the 28 cases 16 resulted in intestinal surgeries for infants.
