[Intestinal occlusion due to Meckel's diverticulum: a case study].

Authors :: Omole PW
Mujinga DT
Lubosha NA
Mujinga IMW
Ntanga DI
Source :: The Pan African medical journal [Pan Afr Med J] 2019 Mar 13; Vol. 32, pp. 117. Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Mar 13 (Print Publication: 2019).
Publication Year :: 2019
Abstract: Meckel's diverticulum is a remnant of the omphalomesenteric channel. Diverticulum may result in perforation, inflammation an even in occlusion. We here report the case of a 30-year old man, hospitalized and treated for bowel obstruction at the university clinics of Lubumbashi. Intraoperative findings showed small bowel volvulus due to Meckel's diverticulum associated with intestinal necrosis. Patient's outcome was favorable after surgery.<br />Competing Interests: Les auteurs ne déclarent aucun conflit d'intérêts.