Question
Peak incidence of the condition among children as shown in the photograph below is ?
A. 0-6 months age.
B. 6-36 months age.
C. 3-5 years age.
D. >5 years age.
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Correct Answer » B
Explanation
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The condition shown in the picture above represents intussusception.
Intussusception is a process in which a segment of intestine invaginates into the adjoining intestinal lumen, causing bowel obstruction. With early diagnosis, appropriate fluid resuscitation, and therapy, the mortality rate from intussusception in children is less than 1%. If left untreated, however, this condition is uniformly fatal in 2-5 days.
Peak incidence of intussusception among children is 6-36 months age.
