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Background:

  • Jejunal diverticulosis is an uncommon condition often asymptomatic, but can lead to severe complications including diverticulitis and perforation.
  • Non-specific symptoms of jejunal diverticulosis can mimic other abdominal emergencies, delaying diagnosis and treatment.

Observation:

  • A 63-year-old woman presented with diffuse abdominal pain, vomiting, and obstipation.
  • CT scan showed jejunal wall thickening, diverticula, mesenteric stranding, and pneumoperitoneum.
  • Laparoscopy revealed a perforated jejunal diverticulum.

Findings:

  • Resection of a 20-cm jejunal segment with inflamed diverticula and primary stapled anastomosis was performed.
  • Histopathology confirmed jejunal diverticulosis with inflammation.
  • The patient had an uneventful recovery and was discharged on postoperative day four.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the diagnostic difficulties associated with jejunal diverticulitis.
  • Individualized surgical decision-making is crucial for managing jejunal diverticulosis complications.
  • Minimally invasive resection can be a safe and effective option for localized jejunal diverticulum perforation.