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JAMC-Journal of Ayub Medical College-Abbotabad-Pakistan. 2007; 19 (2): 60-61
Dans Anglais
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Résumé
Meckel's diverticulum is the most prevalent congenital abnormality of the gastrointestinal tract associated with many diverse and unusual complications. Meckel's Diverticulum is a true diverticulum comprising all intestinal layers. Its diagnosis is usually difficult despite the availability of modern tools. A high index of suspicion is mandatory. In most cases it is an incidental finding. Hernial strangulation of Meckel's diverticulum [Littre's Hernia] is a rare anatomo-clinical form. Surgery is the mainstay of treatment