Meckel's diverticulum causing exsanguinating haemorrhage

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2004 May;14(5):300-1.

Abstract

A seven month old male baby presented to emergency room in shock. Patient had 3 hours history of massive fresh bleeding per rectum. Emergency laparotomy revealed Meckel's diverticulum (MD) with large vitello-intestinal artery responsible for massive bleeding. Diverticulectomy was performed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology*
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / surgery
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Meckel Diverticulum / complications*
  • Meckel Diverticulum / surgery