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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology
  • Medical Diagnostics

Background:

  • Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital gastrointestinal abnormality.
  • Perforation by a foreign body is an exceptionally rare complication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of Meckel's diverticulum perforation by a foreign body.
  • To highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic role of laparoscopy.

Main Methods:

  • A 61-year-old male with abdominal pain and fever underwent CT scan and diagnostic laparoscopy.
  • Foreign body removal and stapled diverticulectomy were performed.

Main Results:

  • Intestinal perforation by a foreign body within a Meckel's diverticulum was identified.
  • Laparoscopy facilitated diagnosis and treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Symptomatic Meckel's diverticulum requires resection.
  • Laparoscopy offers a safe and effective approach, reducing diagnostic delays.
  • Delayed diagnosis of foreign body perforation can lead to poor prognosis.