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There are a number of types of intussusception, as follows:

  • ileo-ileal - ileum invaginates into adjacent ileum
  • ileo-colic - the ileo-ileal intussusception extends through the ileo-caecal valve to also affect the colon
  • ileo-caecal - the apex of the intussusception is the ileo-caecal valve
  • colo-colic - colon invaginates into the adjacent colon; often secondary to a protruding tumour of the bowel wall

Reference

  1. Heersche S et al. Intestinal Intussusception in Adults: A Systematic Review. World J Surg. 2025 Oct;49(10):2706-2716

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