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Simple device for air reduction of intussusception

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A new device has been developed for pneumatic reduction of childhood intussusception. The device consists of a reusable, hand-held pressure gauge and insulfflator 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.

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  1. W. E. Shiels II MAJ, MC

    Present address: Department of Radiology, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 20307-5001, Washington, DC, USA

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  1. Departments of Radiology and Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

    W. E. Shiels II MAJ, MC, G. S. Bisset III & D. R. Kirks

  2. Department of Radiology, Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

    W. E. Shiels II MAJ, MC, G. S. Bisset III & D. R. Kirks

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Shiels, W.E., Bisset, G.S. & Kirks, D.R. Simple device for air reduction of intussusception. Pediatr Radiol 20, 472–474 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02075213

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