Intussusception laboratory findings

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sargun Singh Walia M.B.B.S.[2]

There are no diagnostic laboratory findings associated with intussusception. If intestinal gangrene develops as a complication of intussusception, then it may lead to leukocytosis. Dehydration and electrolyte imbalances may develop due to persistent vomiting and fluid sequestration because of obstructed bowel.

• Leukocytosis may be present if gangrene has formed due to intussusception
• Dehydration – persistent vomiting and fluid sequestration due to obstructed bowel may lead to dehydration
• Electrolyte imbalance – persistent vomiting and fluid sequestration due to obstructed bowel may lead to dehydration

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