An Interesting Case of Perforated Meckel’s Diverticulum

Abstract

Meckel’s diverticulum is one of the common congenital anomalies of the small intestine that occurs in approximately 2% of population, with equal incidence in both sexes. It is caused by an incomplete obliteration of omphalomesenteric duct. It is a true diverticulum, containing all the three layers; complications are known in 4% of cases in adults. Here, we present an interesting case of a gangrenous Meckel’s diverticulum simulating appendicular lump, which was treated with Oschner Sherren’s regime.

Keywords

• Meckel’s diverticulum
• appendicular lump
• Oschner Sherren’s regime