Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intussusception

noun

in-tuh-suh-SEP-shun

Definition

A medical condition where part of the intestine folds into the section next to it, causing a blockage.

Examples

In children, intussusception is a common cause of abdominal pain.
The doctor diagnosed him with intussusception after reviewing his symptoms.
Surgical intervention was necessary to correct the intussusception in the patient’s intestines.

Meaning

Intussusception refers to the process where a segment of an intestinal tube slides into an adjacent segment, which can lead to complications such as obstruction and impaired blood flow.