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Ileal intussusception due to invagination of Meckel's diverticulum
R Van Hee1, P Brewaeys, N Buyssens
1Department of Surgery, University Hospital, University of Antwerp, U.I.A., Belgium.
Acta Chirurgica Belgica
|January 1, 1992
Abstract:
A middle-aged patient is reported who came to laparotomy after a six months period of abdominal complaints. Extensive investigations couldn't explain his symptoms. At laparotomy he was found to have an ileal intussusception due to an invaginated Meckel's diverticulum. These events are confronted with other collected literature reports. Symptomatology and treatment are discussed.
Insights
A middle-aged patient experienced prolonged abdominal issues. Surgery revealed ileal intussusception caused by an invaginated Meckel's diverticulum, a rare cause of obstruction.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Abdominal complaints can present diagnostic challenges.
- Meckel's diverticulum is a congenital anomaly of the small intestine.
Observation:
- A middle-aged patient presented with six months of unexplained abdominal symptoms.
- Extensive pre-operative investigations failed to identify the cause.
Findings:
- Laparotomy revealed ileal intussusception.
- The intussusception was caused by an invaginated Meckel's diverticulum.
Implications:
- Meckel's diverticulum can lead to significant gastrointestinal complications.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing intussusception.