An inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare gastrointestinal congenital anomaly that is difficult to diagnose prior to surgery and presents with anemia, abdominal pain, or intussusception. Here, we report the case...An inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare gastrointestinal congenital anomaly that is difficult to diagnose prior to surgery and presents with anemia, abdominal pain, or intussusception. Here, we report the case of 57-year-old men with an inverted Meckel's diverticulum, who was preoperatively diagnosed using doubleballoon enteroscopy. He had repeatedly experienced epigastric pain for 2 mo. Ultrasonography and computed tomography showed intestinal wall thickening in the pelvis. Double-balloon enteroscopy via the anal route was performed for further examination, which demonstrated an approximately 8-cm, sausage-shaped, submucosal tumor located approximately 80 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve. A small depressed erosion was observed at the tip of this lesion. Forceps biopsy revealed heterotopic gastric mucosa. Thus, the patient was diagnosed with an inverted Meckel's diverticulum, and single-incision laparoscopic surgery was performed. This case suggests that an inverted Meckel's diverticulum should be considered as a differential diagnosis for a submucosal tumor in the ileum. Balloon-assisted enteroscopy with forceps biopsy facilitate a precise diagnosis of this condition.展开更多
Meckel's diverticulum is a common asymptomatic congenital gastrointestinal anomaly,but rarely it can present with hemorrhage.Over the last few years inverted Meckel's diverticulum has been reported in the lite...Meckel's diverticulum is a common asymptomatic congenital gastrointestinal anomaly,but rarely it can present with hemorrhage.Over the last few years inverted Meckel's diverticulum has been reported in the literature with increasing frequency as an occult source of lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage.Here,we report a case of a 54-year-old male,who was referred for surgical evaluation with persistent anemia and occult blood per rectum after a work up which failed to localize the source over 12 mo,including upper and capsule endoscopy,colonoscopy,enteroclysis,Meckel scan,and tagged nuclear red blood cell scan.An abdominal computed tomography scan showed a possible mid-ileal intussusception and intraluminal mass.During the abdominal exploration,inverted Meckel's diverticulum was diagnosed and resected.We review the literature,discuss the forms in which the disease presents,the diagnostic modalities utilized,pathological findings,and treatment.Although less than 40 cases have been reported in the English literature from 1978 to 2005,19 cases have been reported in the last 6 years alone(2006-2012) due to improved diagnostic modalities.Successful diagnosis and treatment of this disease requires a high index of clinical suspicion,which is becoming increasingly relevant to general gastroenterologists.展开更多
Gastrointestinal surgeons seldom encounter inverted Meckel's diverticulum in their clinical practice. We describe two cases of inverted Meckel's diverticulum. If the patient has a disease-related complication ...Gastrointestinal surgeons seldom encounter inverted Meckel's diverticulum in their clinical practice. We describe two cases of inverted Meckel's diverticulum. If the patient has a disease-related complication such as intussusception, as with our first case, it can be easily detected. However, if the patient has subacute or chronic symptoms, as with our second case, the diagnosis might be delayed. Regardless of the diseaserelated complication, intussusception of inverted Meckel's diverticulum can be easily managed with laparoscopic single-port surgery.展开更多
Adult intussusception due to Meckel’s diverticulum (MD) is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction. However, the surgeon should still be suspicious of this condition since the non specific symptoms and the rarity...Adult intussusception due to Meckel’s diverticulum (MD) is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction. However, the surgeon should still be suspicious of this condition since the non specific symptoms and the rarity of it make a preoperative diagnosis uncertain. Considering the secondary nature of adult intussusception and the necessity of early surgical intervention to avoid morbidity and mortality, we report two cases of intussusception due to MD in adults. A diverticulectomy using a TA stapler was performed in the first patient. In the second patient extensive fibrosis of the adjacent mesentery and thickening of jejunal mucosa were observed, so a segmental resection of the small bowel or affected ileal part and a hand-sewn anastomosis was performed. The postoperative period along with the long term follow-up was uneventful for both patients. The decision between diverticulectomy vs bowel resection can be based on the intussuscepted bowel condition. Early surgical intervention may ensure a favorable outcome.展开更多
BACKGROUND Meckel’s diverticulum is a common asymptomatic congenital gastrointestinal anomaly.However,its presentation as an inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare complication,of which few cases have been repo...BACKGROUND Meckel’s diverticulum is a common asymptomatic congenital gastrointestinal anomaly.However,its presentation as an inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare complication,of which few cases have been reported in the literature.CASE SUMMARY Here,we report the case of a 33-year-old man with iron deficiency anemia without manifestation of gastrointestinal bleeding.An upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and total colonoscopy were performed,but no abnormalities were found within the observed area.Finally,a capsule endoscopy was performed and offered us a clue to subsequently confirm the diagnosis of inverted Meckel's diverticulum via computed tomography scan.Laparoscopic intestinal resection surgery was performed.The final pathology report described a Meckel’s diverticulum.CONCLUSION Since inverted Meckel's diverticulum is an uncommon disease and its clinical presentation is not specific,it may go undetected by capsule endoscopy.Successful diagnosis and treatment of this disease requires a high index of clinical suspicion.展开更多
BACKGROUND Meckel's diverticulum is a common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract,with a higher incidence rate in children under 7 years old.The condition is characteristically asymptomatic but may bec...BACKGROUND Meckel's diverticulum is a common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract,with a higher incidence rate in children under 7 years old.The condition is characteristically asymptomatic but may become a clinical concern when complications such as intestinal obstruction,bleeding,perforation,or diverticulitis precipitate acute abdominal presentations.CASE SUMMARY This report describes the case of a middle-aged man initially suspected of having acute appendicitis,which rapidly progressed to acute peritonitis with concomitant intestinal obstruction observed during preoperative assessment.Surgical exploration confirmed the diagnosis of Meckel's diverticulum-induced internal hernia,accompanied by intestinal obstruction and necrosis.In addition,the hernial ring base exhibited entrapment resembling a surgical knot.CONCLUSION Meckel's diverticulum is a rare cause of small bowel obstruction in adults,and it should be considered in a differential diagnosis.展开更多
We herein report the case of a patient with rectal adenocarcinoma who underwent low anterior resection in our hospital. The patient experienced general peritonitis, septic shock, and ardent fever on postoperative day ...We herein report the case of a patient with rectal adenocarcinoma who underwent low anterior resection in our hospital. The patient experienced general peritonitis, septic shock, and ardent fever on postoperative day 3. An exploratory operation revealed a perforated proximal jejunal diverticulum.The patient then underwent total parenteral nutrition and succus entericus reinfusion. The metabolic disturbances and cacotrophy rapidly improved after reinfusion of intestinal secretions, and the patient was successfully cured without requiring a prolonged period of parenteral nutrition. Our data support the saying “If the gut is working, use it.” Our report also confirms the value of succus entericus reinfusion in the successful treatment of a spontaneous perforation of Meckel’s diverticulum after low anterior resection of the rectum.展开更多
BACKGROUND The clinical manifestations of omphalomesenteric duct remnant(OMDR)can vary with the age at diagnosis,from asymptomatic incidental findings to symptoms related to gastrointestinal complications.The lifelong...BACKGROUND The clinical manifestations of omphalomesenteric duct remnant(OMDR)can vary with the age at diagnosis,from asymptomatic incidental findings to symptoms related to gastrointestinal complications.The lifelong complication rates are reported as 4%-34%,and complications are more common in patients younger than 2 years of age.The authors attempted to identify different clinical features and management for the various pediatric age groups.AIM To find surgical perspectives for the pediatric age-related variants of OMDR and make recommendations for optimal management.METHODS The medical records of pediatric patients diagnosed with OMDR were reviewed retrospectively.Fifteen patients diagnosed based on incidental findings during other surgeries were excluded.The patients were divided into two groups based on age:<12 mo(infants)and>12 mo(beyond infancy).We analyzed the demographic characteristics,clinical manifestations,diagnostic tools,surgical procedures,and clinical outcomes of the patients and compared them for the age groups.Chi-squared and Fisher's exact tests were used for nominal scales and a Mann-Whitney test was used for ratio scales.RESULTS A total of 35 patients(7 infants,28 children beyond infancy)were finally included.In both groups,Meckel's diverticulum(MD)was the most common type of OMDR,while umbilical lesions were more common in the infant group(P=0.006).Hematochezia and abdominal pain were common in the beyond infancy group,while umbilical lesions were the most frequent symptoms in the infant group.Several diagnostic tools were used,but Meckel's scan was most useful in diagnosing OMDR in patients with painless rectal bleeding.Minimally invasive surgery was more commonly performed for children than for infants(P=0.016).Single-incision laparoscopic surgery(SILS)was performed for fifteen patients who underwent laparoscopic surgery.There were only three cases of postoperative complications,and all patients survived in good condition.CONCLUSION The clinical type of OMDR varies with age,umbilical lesions in infants,and MD beyond infancy.SILS is effective for managing children with MD regardless of age.展开更多
58 children with gastrointestinal bleeding were examined for ectopic gastric mucosa with 99m Tc-pertechnetate. 25 cases who had abnormal uptake in 1 hour were diagnosed positive and among them 17 cases were operated o...58 children with gastrointestinal bleeding were examined for ectopic gastric mucosa with 99m Tc-pertechnetate. 25 cases who had abnormal uptake in 1 hour were diagnosed positive and among them 17 cases were operated on and final pathology diagnoses were made- The results showed that 5cases were Meckel's diverticulum, 8 alimentary duplication aberrations and 4 false positive inclusive of 1 enteric hemangioma and 1 enteric telangiectasia. From the results, duplications were more than Meckel's diverticulum which contained gastric mucosa. False positive can be avoided by using the early uptake phase and twice image in the first hour as diagnostic standard except enteric hemangioma and enteric teiangiectasia.展开更多
文摘An inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare gastrointestinal congenital anomaly that is difficult to diagnose prior to surgery and presents with anemia, abdominal pain, or intussusception. Here, we report the case of 57-year-old men with an inverted Meckel's diverticulum, who was preoperatively diagnosed using doubleballoon enteroscopy. He had repeatedly experienced epigastric pain for 2 mo. Ultrasonography and computed tomography showed intestinal wall thickening in the pelvis. Double-balloon enteroscopy via the anal route was performed for further examination, which demonstrated an approximately 8-cm, sausage-shaped, submucosal tumor located approximately 80 cm proximal to the ileocecal valve. A small depressed erosion was observed at the tip of this lesion. Forceps biopsy revealed heterotopic gastric mucosa. Thus, the patient was diagnosed with an inverted Meckel's diverticulum, and single-incision laparoscopic surgery was performed. This case suggests that an inverted Meckel's diverticulum should be considered as a differential diagnosis for a submucosal tumor in the ileum. Balloon-assisted enteroscopy with forceps biopsy facilitate a precise diagnosis of this condition.
基金Supported by United States National Institute of Health grants,K12HD055881 and R01CA160688,to Takabe KJapan Society for the Promotion of Science Postdoctoral Fellowship for Re-search Abroad,to Nagahashi M
文摘Meckel's diverticulum is a common asymptomatic congenital gastrointestinal anomaly,but rarely it can present with hemorrhage.Over the last few years inverted Meckel's diverticulum has been reported in the literature with increasing frequency as an occult source of lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage.Here,we report a case of a 54-year-old male,who was referred for surgical evaluation with persistent anemia and occult blood per rectum after a work up which failed to localize the source over 12 mo,including upper and capsule endoscopy,colonoscopy,enteroclysis,Meckel scan,and tagged nuclear red blood cell scan.An abdominal computed tomography scan showed a possible mid-ileal intussusception and intraluminal mass.During the abdominal exploration,inverted Meckel's diverticulum was diagnosed and resected.We review the literature,discuss the forms in which the disease presents,the diagnostic modalities utilized,pathological findings,and treatment.Although less than 40 cases have been reported in the English literature from 1978 to 2005,19 cases have been reported in the last 6 years alone(2006-2012) due to improved diagnostic modalities.Successful diagnosis and treatment of this disease requires a high index of clinical suspicion,which is becoming increasingly relevant to general gastroenterologists.
文摘Gastrointestinal surgeons seldom encounter inverted Meckel's diverticulum in their clinical practice. We describe two cases of inverted Meckel's diverticulum. If the patient has a disease-related complication such as intussusception, as with our first case, it can be easily detected. However, if the patient has subacute or chronic symptoms, as with our second case, the diagnosis might be delayed. Regardless of the diseaserelated complication, intussusception of inverted Meckel's diverticulum can be easily managed with laparoscopic single-port surgery.
文摘Adult intussusception due to Meckel’s diverticulum (MD) is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction. However, the surgeon should still be suspicious of this condition since the non specific symptoms and the rarity of it make a preoperative diagnosis uncertain. Considering the secondary nature of adult intussusception and the necessity of early surgical intervention to avoid morbidity and mortality, we report two cases of intussusception due to MD in adults. A diverticulectomy using a TA stapler was performed in the first patient. In the second patient extensive fibrosis of the adjacent mesentery and thickening of jejunal mucosa were observed, so a segmental resection of the small bowel or affected ileal part and a hand-sewn anastomosis was performed. The postoperative period along with the long term follow-up was uneventful for both patients. The decision between diverticulectomy vs bowel resection can be based on the intussuscepted bowel condition. Early surgical intervention may ensure a favorable outcome.
文摘BACKGROUND Meckel’s diverticulum is a common asymptomatic congenital gastrointestinal anomaly.However,its presentation as an inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare complication,of which few cases have been reported in the literature.CASE SUMMARY Here,we report the case of a 33-year-old man with iron deficiency anemia without manifestation of gastrointestinal bleeding.An upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and total colonoscopy were performed,but no abnormalities were found within the observed area.Finally,a capsule endoscopy was performed and offered us a clue to subsequently confirm the diagnosis of inverted Meckel's diverticulum via computed tomography scan.Laparoscopic intestinal resection surgery was performed.The final pathology report described a Meckel’s diverticulum.CONCLUSION Since inverted Meckel's diverticulum is an uncommon disease and its clinical presentation is not specific,it may go undetected by capsule endoscopy.Successful diagnosis and treatment of this disease requires a high index of clinical suspicion.
文摘BACKGROUND Meckel's diverticulum is a common congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract,with a higher incidence rate in children under 7 years old.The condition is characteristically asymptomatic but may become a clinical concern when complications such as intestinal obstruction,bleeding,perforation,or diverticulitis precipitate acute abdominal presentations.CASE SUMMARY This report describes the case of a middle-aged man initially suspected of having acute appendicitis,which rapidly progressed to acute peritonitis with concomitant intestinal obstruction observed during preoperative assessment.Surgical exploration confirmed the diagnosis of Meckel's diverticulum-induced internal hernia,accompanied by intestinal obstruction and necrosis.In addition,the hernial ring base exhibited entrapment resembling a surgical knot.CONCLUSION Meckel's diverticulum is a rare cause of small bowel obstruction in adults,and it should be considered in a differential diagnosis.
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.81472699).
文摘We herein report the case of a patient with rectal adenocarcinoma who underwent low anterior resection in our hospital. The patient experienced general peritonitis, septic shock, and ardent fever on postoperative day 3. An exploratory operation revealed a perforated proximal jejunal diverticulum.The patient then underwent total parenteral nutrition and succus entericus reinfusion. The metabolic disturbances and cacotrophy rapidly improved after reinfusion of intestinal secretions, and the patient was successfully cured without requiring a prolonged period of parenteral nutrition. Our data support the saying “If the gut is working, use it.” Our report also confirms the value of succus entericus reinfusion in the successful treatment of a spontaneous perforation of Meckel’s diverticulum after low anterior resection of the rectum.
文摘BACKGROUND The clinical manifestations of omphalomesenteric duct remnant(OMDR)can vary with the age at diagnosis,from asymptomatic incidental findings to symptoms related to gastrointestinal complications.The lifelong complication rates are reported as 4%-34%,and complications are more common in patients younger than 2 years of age.The authors attempted to identify different clinical features and management for the various pediatric age groups.AIM To find surgical perspectives for the pediatric age-related variants of OMDR and make recommendations for optimal management.METHODS The medical records of pediatric patients diagnosed with OMDR were reviewed retrospectively.Fifteen patients diagnosed based on incidental findings during other surgeries were excluded.The patients were divided into two groups based on age:<12 mo(infants)and>12 mo(beyond infancy).We analyzed the demographic characteristics,clinical manifestations,diagnostic tools,surgical procedures,and clinical outcomes of the patients and compared them for the age groups.Chi-squared and Fisher's exact tests were used for nominal scales and a Mann-Whitney test was used for ratio scales.RESULTS A total of 35 patients(7 infants,28 children beyond infancy)were finally included.In both groups,Meckel's diverticulum(MD)was the most common type of OMDR,while umbilical lesions were more common in the infant group(P=0.006).Hematochezia and abdominal pain were common in the beyond infancy group,while umbilical lesions were the most frequent symptoms in the infant group.Several diagnostic tools were used,but Meckel's scan was most useful in diagnosing OMDR in patients with painless rectal bleeding.Minimally invasive surgery was more commonly performed for children than for infants(P=0.016).Single-incision laparoscopic surgery(SILS)was performed for fifteen patients who underwent laparoscopic surgery.There were only three cases of postoperative complications,and all patients survived in good condition.CONCLUSION The clinical type of OMDR varies with age,umbilical lesions in infants,and MD beyond infancy.SILS is effective for managing children with MD regardless of age.
文摘58 children with gastrointestinal bleeding were examined for ectopic gastric mucosa with 99m Tc-pertechnetate. 25 cases who had abnormal uptake in 1 hour were diagnosed positive and among them 17 cases were operated on and final pathology diagnoses were made- The results showed that 5cases were Meckel's diverticulum, 8 alimentary duplication aberrations and 4 false positive inclusive of 1 enteric hemangioma and 1 enteric telangiectasia. From the results, duplications were more than Meckel's diverticulum which contained gastric mucosa. False positive can be avoided by using the early uptake phase and twice image in the first hour as diagnostic standard except enteric hemangioma and enteric teiangiectasia.
