Nonoperative reduction of an intussusception should not be attempted if there are contraindications present.
Patient selection: pediatric patient with intussusception
Contraindications for nonoperative reduction:
(1) hemodynamic instability
(2) peritonitis
(3) signs of perforation on abdominal imaging studies (pneumoperitoneum)
If contraindications are present, then urgent or emergency surgical reduction needs to be performed.
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Specialty: Gastroenterology
