What is the medical condition in which one part of the bowel slips inside another part, thereby causing an obstruction?

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Brenna Braun

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20 August, 22:58

What is the medical condition in which one part of the bowel slips inside another part, thereby causing an obstruction?

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Anna Arias · Answer 1

Intussusception is the medical condition in which one part of the bowel slips inside another part, thereby causing an obstruction.

Explanation:

Intussusception is a serious medical condition in which one part of the intestine slips into another part that is adjacent. This causes blocking of food or fluid from going through.

It even cuts off the 'supply of blood' to the intestine's part that is affected. This leads to tear and infection in the bowel tissue. It is common in children who are under three years of age. But, in adults it is a rare case and requires surgery.