Unexpected Twists: The Rare Occurrence of Volvulus in Meckel’s Diverticulum
Maria João Vale, Pedro Caldes, Sónia Bispo, Augusto Lourenço
Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery · pp. 324–328 · Published 12 Jun 2024
Abstract
Aims: To present an unusual case and our therapeutic approach to a clinical case of volvulus caused by a Meckel’s Diverticulum. Presentation of Case: A 32-year-old male patient came to the emergency department with abdominal pain with constipation and abdominal distension for the last 3 days. An abdominopelvic computed tomography scan was suggestive of a perforated hollow viscus. An exploratory laparotomy was proposed. Intraoperatively, a small bowel volvulus secondary to Meckel's diverticulum was found, without pneumoperitoneum. The viability of the loops was confirmed and diverticulectomy was performed. Conclusion: The hypothesis of Meckel's Diverticulum should always be considered in cases of small bowel obstruction.
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