Currant jelly stool

Case contributed by Yaïr Glick
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Infant with ileocolic intussusception, right before air enema reduction.

Photo

Passing of stool mixed with blood and mucus, giving the appearance of currant jelly.

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