Abstract
Intussusception is a common cause of acute abdomen in children. Older children may have subacute or chronic presentation compared to infants. Although, in most children, it is idiopathic, a pathological lead-point should be considered particularly in older children. A high index of suspicion should be maintained. Diagnosis can be difficult but findings on a plain radiograph may be helpful. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment are important for an optimal outcome. We present the case of a 9-year-old child with intussusception secondary to an intra-abdominal mass, followed by a discussion on the most common causes of secondary intussusception. The pertinent literature is reviewed.
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