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[An unusual case of perforation of Meckel's diverticulum]
Minerva Chirurgica
|April 15, 1977
Abstract:
An infrequent case of puncture of Meckel's diverticulum whose aetiopathogenesis was attributed to a segmentary intestinal dyskinetic phenomenon is reported. The pneumoperitoneum consequent on the puncture was not associated with peritonitis and histology showed that the diverticulum did not show either inflammatory phenomena or areas of ectopic mucosa, namely none of the causes which are usually at the origin of Meckel's diverticulum puncture.
Insights
A rare case of Meckel's diverticulum puncture, linked to intestinal dyskinesia, occurred without peritonitis. Histology revealed no typical causes like inflammation or ectopic mucosa, highlighting an unusual presentation of this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Meckel's diverticulum is a congenital anomaly of the small intestine.
- Puncture of Meckel's diverticulum is an infrequent and serious complication.
- Common causes include inflammation, obstruction, or ectopic mucosa.