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Jejunal diverticulosis.

H L Khatri, J C Dhall, S Singh

    International Surgery
    |February 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Jejunal diverticulosis, an uncommon condition, was found in four patients presenting with acute small bowel volvulus. This suggests a link between jejunal diverticula and volvulus, especially with specific dietary factors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Pathology

    Background:

    • Diverticulosis of the jejunum is a rare condition.
    • Small bowel volvulus is a surgical emergency.

    Observation:

    • Four cases of jejunal diverticula were identified among 40,341 hospital admissions.
    • All identified patients presented with acute small bowel volvulus.

    Findings:

    • Jejunal diverticula may increase the risk of small bowel volvulus.
    • Dietary factors, including roughage, millet, and cereals, may contribute to the weight of the affected jejunal segment.
    • The anatomical location of jejunal diverticula can lead to missed diagnoses.

    Implications:

    • Consider jejunal diverticulosis in patients with vague abdominal symptoms.

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  • Early diagnosis and management of jejunal diverticulosis are crucial to prevent complications like volvulus.
  • Further research into the specific dietary contributions to jejunal diverticulosis and associated volvulus is warranted.