Simple device for air reduction of intussusception

A new device has been developed for pneumatic reduction of childhood intussusception. The device consists of a reusable, hand-held pressure gauge and insufflator connected to a disposable enema tip and tubing system. The assembled device permits one-handed operation which maximizes operator control...

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Published inPediatric radiology Vol. 20; no. 6; p. 472
Main Authors Shiels, 2nd, W E, Bisset, 3rd, G S, Kirks, D R
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Germany 01.07.1990
Subjects
Air Pressure
Atmospheric Pressure
Child
Child, Preschool
Enema
Equipment Design
Humans
Intussusception - diagnosis
Intussusception - therapy
Manometry - instrumentation
Rectum
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Summary:A new device has been developed for pneumatic reduction of childhood intussusception. The device consists of a reusable, hand-held pressure gauge and insufflator connected to a disposable enema tip and tubing system. The assembled device permits one-handed operation which maximizes operator control of the air reduction procedure. The system has been used to evaluate 50 cases of suspected intussusception. Reduction was successful in 19 of 22 confirmed intussusceptions. This device provides a practical, simple and safe method for diagnosis and treatment of intussusception.
ISSN:0301-0449
DOI:10.1007/BF02075213