21. An example of this could be the so-called " red currant jelly " stools in intussusception . 22. Intussusception is rare and of unknown cause, although some studies have hinted at a link to other viruses.23. SRUS can be considered a consequence of internal intussusception , which can be demonstrated in 94 % of cases. 24. The factors that result in a patient progressing from internal intussusception to a full thickness rectal prolapse remain unknown. 25. Some researchers advise that internal intussusception be managed conservatively, compared to external rectal prolapse which usually requires surgery. 26. More often, the intussusception can be reduced by laparoscopy, pulling the segments of intestine apart with forceps. 27. People are often diagnosed with Peutz-Jegher after presenting at around the age of 9 with an intussusception . 28. Intussusception results when a section of bowel slides inward, like a telescope, into another part of the bowel.29. Rectal intussusception is not to be confused with other colon or small intestine, which can sometimes be a medical emergency. 30. Such patients who develop intussusception often present with severe abdominal pain in addition to the classic signs and symptoms of HSP.
