| intussusception | Intussusception refers to a telescoping of one portion of the intestine into another. This results in reduced blood supply to the affected portion of the intestine. Intussusception is seen almost exclusively in children between the ages of 5 months and 1 year. It is three times more common in boys and the exact cause is unknown. In older children, tumours and polyps can cause intussusception. (27 Sep 1997) |
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| intussusceptive | Relating to or characterised by intussusception. (05 Mar 2000) |
| intussusceptive growth | Growth by increase in the size of component cells. Synonym: intussusceptive growth. (05 Mar 2000) |
| intussusceptum | The inner segment in an intussusception; that part of the bowel which is received within the other part. (05 Mar 2000) |
| intussuscipiens | The portion of the bowel, in intussusception, which receives the other portion. Origin: L. Intus, within, + suscipiens, pr. P. Of suscipio, to take up (05 Mar 2000) |