All statements about adult intussusception are true except:: (A) Idiopathic and more enteric rather than colonic, (B) Lead point present in majority of cases, (C) Resection of bowel is adequate for large bowel intussusception, (D) Hydrostatic reduction with barium or air are done if bowel is not gangrenous
Answer is A. Intussusception In Adults Bailey says " Adult cases of intussusception are invariably associated with a lead point, which is usually a polyp (e.g., Preutz-jegher&;s syndrome), a submucosal lipoma or other tumor " In adults , colonic intussusception is common but in children, ileocolic is the most commonest variety (77%) Ref: Bailey 27th edition Pgno: 1287