A study of sensitivity and specificity of ultrasonography in diagnosing intussusception in pediatric age group
Background: Intussusception is the most common cause of intestinal obstruction in pediatric age group. Majority of the patients are under one year of age. Patients commonly present with colicky pain, vomiting and abdominal distention; but if the diagnosis is delayed it can lead to intestinal infarct...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Gomal Medical College, D.I.Khan, Pakistan
2012-01-01
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| Series: | Gomal Journal of Medical Sciences |
| Online Access: | http://gjms.com.pk/ojs24/index.php/gjms/article/view/473 |