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Seung-Rim Han1, Hyung-Jin Kim1, Ri Na Yoo1
1Department of Surgery, St. Vincent's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University School of Korea, Suwon, Korea.
Abstract:
Meckel diverticulum is a common congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract and can cause complications such as ulceration, hemorrhage, intussusception, and perforation. This report describes a very rare complication of an enterovesical fistula associated with chronic Meckel diverticulum. A 51-year-old male presented with over 10 years of persistent pyuria. Tests were performed to rule out malignancy, including serum prostate-specific antigen level, urine cytology, bacterial culture, cystoscopy, and bladder computed tomography. An enterovesical fistula was identified, and laparoscopic exploration was performed. The findings suggested enterovesical fistula formation caused by chronic inflammation at the tip of a Meckel diverticulum. Segmental resection of the small bowel including the diverticulum and primary repair of the urinary bladder along with partial cystectomy were performed. The postoperative clinical course was uneventful. An enterovesical fistula is a very rare complication resulting from chronic inflammation of a Meckel diverticulum.
Insights
A rare enterovesical fistula complication from chronic Meckel diverticulum (a congenital gastrointestinal malformation) was successfully treated. This case highlights a unique presentation of Meckel diverticulum complications.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Urology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Meckel diverticulum is a common congenital gastrointestinal anomaly.
- It can lead to various complications including ulceration, hemorrhage, intussusception, and perforation.
- Enterovesical fistula is an exceptionally rare complication of Meckel diverticulum.
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