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Meckel stone ileus: a case report

A B Grant

    The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
    |February 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Calculus formation in Meckel's diverticulum is rare. This can lead to Meckel stone ileus, an extremely uncommon cause of small-bowel obstruction, as seen in this reported case.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Pathology

    Background:

    • Meckel's diverticulum is a congenital anomaly of the small intestine.
    • Complications are uncommon but can include obstruction, bleeding, and inflammation.

    Observation:

    • A rare case of calculus formation within a Meckel's diverticulum is presented.
    • The calculus led to a mechanical small-bowel obstruction, a condition known as Meckel stone ileus.

    Findings:

    • Meckel stone ileus is an extremely rare presentation of Meckel's diverticulum.
    • This case represents only the fifth documented instance of Meckel stone ileus.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of considering Meckel's diverticulum in cases of small-bowel obstruction, even with unusual etiologies.
  • Underscores the diagnostic challenge posed by rare presentations of common congenital anomalies.