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Catheterization of Intestinal Loops in Ruminants
Published on: June 11, 2009
Closed loop intestinal obstruction due to vitello-intestinal remnants
Insights
Acute small bowel obstruction in children, often caused by Meckel's diverticulum or vitelline duct remnants, requires surgical intervention. Resection of the affected ileum and primary anastomosis leads to successful recovery in these cases.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Congenital Anomalies
Background:
- Small bowel obstruction is a common surgical emergency in children.
- Meckel's diverticulum and vitelline duct remnants are known congenital anomalies that can lead to intestinal obstruction.
- Closed-loop obstruction presents a unique surgical challenge due to potential ischemia.
Abstract:
Two young children presented with acute small bowel obstruction associated with closed loop ileal obstruction caused by Meckel's diverticulum and vitello-intestinal duct remnant respectively. In each, resection of the vitelline remnant and ischaemic ileum with primary small bowel anastomosis resulted in good recovery.
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