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Duodenal Diverticulosis as an Unusual Cause of Severe Abdominal Pain

Wajd A Aljabri1, Mohammed Hasosah2, Abeer AlMehdar3

  • 1Pediatric Gastroenterology, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, National Guard Hospital, Jeddah, SAU.

Cureus
|October 28, 2020
PubMed

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Duodenal diverticulosis (DD) is a rare pediatric condition. Early diagnosis and treatment in children with DD can prevent severe complications like pancreatitis, reducing morbidity and mortality.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Case Report

Background:

  • Duodenal diverticulosis (DD) is an uncommon condition in pediatric patients.
  • The etiology of duodenal diverticulosis in children remains largely unknown.

Observation:

  • A 13-year-old male presented with severe abdominal pain.
  • Clinical and imaging findings led to a diagnosis of duodenal diverticulosis.

Findings:

  • The patient responded well to conservative management, including analgesics, antibiotics, and nutritional support.
  • Duodenal diverticulosis was identified as a potential cause of severe abdominal pain and pancreatitis in this pediatric case.

Implications:

  • Early identification of duodenal diverticulosis in children is crucial for managing severe abdominal pain and pancreatitis.
  • Timely diagnosis can prevent irreversible consequences, reduce morbidity and mortality, and avoid unnecessary surgical interventions.

Keywords:
abdominal painchilddiverticulitisduodenal diverticulosis

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