American Journal of Roentgenology, Vol 126, Issue 6, 1164-1168
Copyright © 1976 by American Roentgen Ray Society
Intussusception of the appendix in children
GO Atkinson,
BB Gay Jr,
and
D Naffis
Intussusception of the appendix is uncommon and an unusual cause of ileocolic intussusception. The pediatric age group is most often affected. Appendiceal intussusception may present as primary appendiceal invagination but more commonly leads to secondary intussusception. Two cases of partial appendiceal intussusception leading to secondary intussusception are presented. Classification, symptomatology, radiographic appearance, and differential diagnosis are discussed.