Indications Surgery is necessary when an intestinal obstruction is present that persists and does not resolve on its own.
Intussusception has the highest incidence in infant boys between the ages of four and eight months.
Intestinal obstruction is suspected if the child has experienced sudden, severe abdominal pain , blood and mucous in his stool, and vomiting . Abdominal X-rays are usually taken to confirm the diagnosis. A barium enema may be used for diagnosis. This procedure is sometimes successful in correcting the problem. Please read this Important notice .