| These new-generation vaccines are not without risk and at least one, a tetravalent rotavirus vaccine, has been discontinued due to its association with bowel intussusception. |
| A water soluble enema performed on the day of admission did not demonstrate an intussusception. |
| Most infants who are treated within the first 24 hours recover completely from an intussusception with no problems. |
| In intussusception not relieved by medical means the propriety of abdominal section is questionable. |
| The symptoms of intussusception generally come on suddenly, and indicate both intestinal obstruction and inflammation. |
| Causes of intestinal obstruction include volvulus, intussusception, incarcerated hernia, and postoperative adhesions. |
