Tag: intussusception
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Overcoming Barriers to Early Diagnosis of Intussusception in Newborns: Tanzania’s Resource-Limited Context
Introduction Intussusception occurs when a segment of the bowel slides into an adjacent segment, causing intestinal obstruction. While more common in older infants, recognizing intussusception in newborns presents a particular challenge in Tanzania due to limited resources, gaps in awareness, and constrained access to timely diagnostic tools. This article examines the key factors that delay…
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Overcoming Barriers to Early Diagnosis of Intussusception in Newborns in Tanzania’s Limited-Resource Setting
Introduction Intussusception, the telescoping of a segment of the intestine into an adjacent one, is a leading cause of bowel obstruction in young children. While it most commonly presents in infants aged 3 months to 2 years, newborn cases, though rare, pose a unique diagnostic challenge—especially in Tanzania where resources can be limited. Early recognition…
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Intussusception in Newborns: Diagnostic Challenges in Tanzania’s Limited-Resource Settings
Introduction Intussusception—the telescoping of one part of the intestine into another—remains a critical cause of intestinal obstruction in young children. While most cases occur in infants aged 3 months to 2 years, early recognition in newborns is essential to prevent severe complications. In Tanzania, as in many limited-resource settings, delayed diagnosis and management pose substantial…