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Meckel's diverticulum complicated by acute intestinal obstruction: a case report
Abdou Niasse1, Abdoulaye Ndiaye1, Papa Souleymane Dieng1
1Department of Surgery, Alioune Diop University of Bambey.
Annals of Medicine and Surgery (2012)
|August 9, 2024
Summary
Meckel's diverticulum, a rare congenital anomaly, can cause serious complications like acute intestinal obstruction. Surgical resection with anastomosis is a safe management approach for this condition.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Meckel's diverticulum is a rare congenital intestinal anomaly.
- It can lead to severe complications, including intestinal obstruction.
Observation:
- A 24-year-old male presented with acute intestinal obstruction.
- Imaging suggested a flange occlusion, later identified during surgery as a Meckel's diverticulum causing a bowel obstruction.
Findings:
- Meckel's diverticulum can present as an acute intestinal obstruction.
- Surgical exploration revealed a Meckel's diverticulum causing a flange-like obstruction.
Implications:
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing Meckel's diverticulum complications.
- Intestinal resection with one-stage anastomosis is a standard and effective treatment.
- Misdiagnosis is possible as symptoms can mimic postoperative complications.
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