Korean J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr.
2004 Mar;7(1):119-124.
Spontaneous Perforation of Meckel's Diverticulum in a Neonate
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- 1Department of Pediatrics, Soonchunhyang University Bucheon Hospital, Bucheon, Korea. jop50@schbc.ac.kr
- 2Department of General Surgery, Catholic University Holy Family Hospital, Bucheon, Korea.
Abstract
- Meckel's diverticulum is the most common malformation of gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms of Meckel's diverticulum usually arise within 2 years of life. The most common presentations include hemorrhage, perforation, diverticulitis and intestinal obstruction. Perforation of the Meckel's diverticulum in a neonate is uncommon but life threatening condition. We describe the first case of perforation of Meckel's diverticulum in a 1-day-old neonate who presented with abdominal distension without hemorrhage.
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