대한영상의학회지 (Nov 2017)

Embolization of a Life-Threatening Hemorrhage from Meckel's Diverticulum in an Adult

  • Chang Rae Kim,
  • Jong Woo Kim,
  • Sung Su Byun,
  • Jeong Ho Kim

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3348/jksr.2017.77.5.309
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 77, no. 5
pp. 309 – 312

Abstract

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Hemorrhage from Meckel’s diverticulum is very rare in adults. However, it should not be overlooked as a possible cause of gastrointestinal bleeding, since hemorrhage from Meckel’s diverticulum can be acute and massive. We report a case a 29-year-old man having Meckel’s diverticulum in with life-threatening hemorrhage. This case emphasizes the potential role of transcatheter arterial embolization during the early detection period, and proper management of massive hemorrhage from Meckel's diverticulum

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