Intussusception in adult.. Has an underlying cause in over 90% of cases

Intussusception in adult:
A- Has an underlying cause in over 90% of cases. True
B- Is ileo-colic in 90% of cases. x (This is in infants, but in adult only 15%)
C- Is associated with Meckel's diverticulum in 40% of cases. x (Tumors)
D- When post operative is easily recognized clinically.
E- If tumor related, is due to benign tumor in over 90% of cases. x (Malignant).
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