Title of article
A Case of Intussuscepted Meckle’s Diverticulum Diagnosed Through Computed Tomography Scan of the Abdomen
Author/Authors
Moghazy, Khaled M. King Faisal University - Departments of Radiology, Saudi Arabia , El-Seif, Hind King Faisal University - Department of Radiology, Saudi Arabia , Al-Jehani, Yasser King Faisal University - College of Medicine - Department of Surgery, Saudi Arabia , Hassan, Khairi King Fahd Hospital of the University, Saudi Arabia
From page
91
To page
94
Abstract
Meckle’s diverticulum, the commonest congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract, can become the leading point of intestinal intussusception. However, the precise pre-operative diagnosis can be difficult. We report here a case of a 15-year old boy with acute abdomen in whom intussuscepted Meckle’s diverticulum was diagnosed pre operatively by CT scan. We conclude that CT scan is a safe, non-invasive tool to diagnose this condition before surgery and can improve outcome, especially in the acute abdomen with doubtful diagnosis.
Keywords
Meckle’s diverticulum , intussusception , Computed Tomography
Journal title
International Journal of Health Sciences
Journal title
International Journal of Health Sciences
Record number
2662169
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