Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of intussusception?

Intussusception is a condition where a part of the intestine folds into another section, resembling a telescope. This process can lead to several complications and symptoms.

The correct answer highlights that inflammation of the colon is not a characteristic of intussusception. While intussusception can certainly lead to obstruction, ischemia, and the observable phenomenon of telescoping bowel segments, it does not inherently cause inflammation of the colon itself.

Typically, intussusception presents primarily with clinical signs such as severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and the aforementioned complications. Inflammation is often secondary and can arise from factors related to the obstruction or associated infections but is not a direct result of the intussusception itself. Thus, while colorectal inflammation may be observed in various gastrointestinal conditions, it is not a defining characteristic of intussusception specifically.