We report a rare case of a 32-year-old male diagnosed with a mass of intussusception in the right lumbar region. Adult intussusception has a prevalence of less than 5%. Among all cases of intestinal obstructions, adult intussusception is found to be only 1-3%. Adult intussusception of the bowel is uncommon. In contrast to intussusception in children, the traditional trio of palpable sausage, jelly stools, and discomfort is rarely seen. Adults usually present with nonspecific findings that last for a long time. We share the case of a patient who presented with complaints of pain in the abdomen and loss of appetite for six months. In addition, the patient also complained of constipation. The patient had a history of easy fatigue on moderate-intensity activity. Ultrasonography of the abdomen was suggested which revealed bowel wall thickening in the subhepatic region, with likely intussusception and formation of a lump with few enlarged lymph nodes adjacent to it. A confirmatory diagnosis was made after a computed tomography scan. In all cases, surgical intervention is required, and an organic lesion inside the invaginated section of the colon is discovered to be the lead point in up to 90% of cases. The laparoscopic procedure can be used for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. A right hemicolectomy was performed through a vertical midline incision. The patient was referred to the physiotherapy department for further management.

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