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Perforation of a mesenteric Meckel's diverticulum
Melissa M Levack1, Amy G Fiedler1, Haytham Kaafarani1
1Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
|July 7, 2018
Summary
Meckel's diverticulum, a congenital anomaly, can cause serious complications. This report details a rare case of a perforated Meckel's diverticulum found on the mesenteric border, prompting a review of its clinical significance.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Embryology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Meckel's diverticulum is a common congenital anomaly, a remnant of the omphalomesenteric duct, affecting approximately 2% of the population.
- It can lead to significant complications, including intestinal obstruction, diverticulitis, bleeding, ulceration, and perforation due to ectopic tissue.
- The typical location is ~40 cm from the ileocecal valve on the antimesenteric side of the ileum.