This case finally resulted in intestinal volvulus and internal hernia, a very rare combination of two complications of MD, as determined in the operating room.
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Objective & Hypothesis:Meckel’s diverticulum (MD) is the most common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract and may cause serious complications such as intestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, or inflammation with/without perforation, which can present with non-spe cific symptoms and signs.
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Key Findings & Data:We report on the case of a 2.5-year-old boy admitted to our emergency department in poor condition, with compatible signs of decompensated hypovolemic shock.
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Conclusion & Impact:This case finally resulted in intestinal volvulus and internal hernia, a very rare combination of two complications of MD, as determined in the operating room.
🔬Design:Research Article
📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:Domain Parameters
Abstract
Meckel’s diverticulum (MD) is the most common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract and may cause serious complications such as intestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, or inflammation with/without perforation, which can present with non-spe cific symptoms and signs. We report on the case of a 2.5-year-old boy admitted to our emergency department in poor condition, with compatible signs of decompensated hypovolemic shock. This case finally resulted in intestinal volvulus and internal hernia, a very rare combination of two complications of MD, as determined in the operating room.
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Cite This Article
ŞIK, N., UZUN, A., ÖZTÜRK, A., AYDIN, E., KARAKUŞ, O. Z., DUMAN, M., YILMAZ, D. (2022). Uncommon presentation of Meckel’s diverticulum in a child with decompensated hypovolemic shock. Ulusal Travma ve Acil Cerrahi Dergisi, Cilt: 28 - Sayı: 7, 1031–1034. https://ajindex.com/articles/644028
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