CT findings of Meckel's diverticulum perforation in a geriatric patient.

ABSTRACT: Meckel's diverticulum is a remnant of the omphalomesenteric duct, found only in approximately 2% of the population. Although Meckel's diverticulum is often diagnosed in nonsymptomatic patients as incidental radiologic findings, complications of Meckel's diverticulum can also be seen on radiologic evaluation. We present a rare care of perforated Meckel's diverticulum in a geriatric patient demonstrated on contrast computed tomography. This was later confirmed during laparoscopic surgery with pathologic evaluation.

SUBMITTER: Yi G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7083787 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature