Extracorporeal laparoscopically assisted resection of a perforated Meckel's diverticulum due to a chicken bone

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Surgical Innovation
• Congenital Abnormalities

Background:

• Meckel's diverticulum is the most frequent congenital anomaly of the small intestine.
• Complications, though uncommon, can necessitate emergency surgery and bowel resection.
• Foreign body perforation, particularly by chicken bones, is a rare but serious presentation.

Observation:

• A rare case of Meckel's diverticulum perforation caused by a chicken bone was observed.
• The patient presented with acute symptoms requiring surgical intervention.
• Laparoscopic techniques are increasingly utilized for managing Meckel's diverticulum complications.

Findings:

• The perforation was successfully treated with a laparoscopic-assisted extracorporeal resection.
• This approach allowed for the removal of the affected small bowel segment containing the chicken bone.
• The minimally invasive technique facilitated a potentially faster recovery.

Implications:

• This case demonstrates the feasibility and effectiveness of laparoscopic-assisted surgery for rare Meckel's diverticulum complications.
• It underscores the importance of considering foreign bodies in the differential diagnosis of acute abdominal conditions.
• Further research into laparoscopic approaches for complex diverticular diseases is warranted.