Adult Ileocolic Intussusception in a Patient With Cystic Fibrosis: Diagnostic Role of Point‐of‐Care Ultrasound ‘Case Report’
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background: Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a multi-system autosomal recessive disorder affecting the respiratory, gastrointestinal and reproductive systems. One of its manifestations is pancreatic insufficiency. This could lead to constipation and impaired intestinal activity predisposing patients to intestinal obstruction and intussusception. Key Findings: This report discusses a case of a 25-year-old male with CF who presented with abdominal pain and constipation. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) was instrumental in the early diagnosis of intussusception, showing the classical sonographic features of intussusception. Discussion: This case highlights the importance of clinical vigilance and the utility of POCUS when managing patients with multi-systemic diseases, as they may present with atypical symptoms and rare diagnoses. Ultrasound is highly sensitive for diagnosing intussusception in the paediatric populations, but further studies may be needed to translate that finding to the adult population. Complementary computed tomography (CT) is of high value in evaluating for possible complications.
DOI: 10.1002/ajum.70036
Authors: Ali Al Khalifah, Ali Aldawood
Institution: King Fahad Specialist Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7128711813