[Why is it preferable to use air in the radiological reduction of intestinal intussusception?].

OBJECTIVE

We present our experience describing the radiological findings in the treatment of intestinal intussusception.

PATIENTS AND METHODS

A retrospective study of the clinical and ultrasound findings and their treatment in 131 intussusceptions diagnosed in 126 patients was performed.

RESULTS

In 102 cases, the pneumatic intussusception reduction under radiological control was possible. Twenty-nine patients underwent surgery and amongst these the pathological changes in the intestinal wall indicated resection in 9.

CONCLUSIONS

The pneumatic intussusception reduction under fluoroscopic monitoring is now more accepted than hydrostatic reduction with barium. With the proper equipment and experienced staff, this is the most promising method in the management of intestinal intussusception during infancy.