Recognizing perforated Meckel's diverticulum: A crucial differential in acute appendicitis imitation
Key Clinical Message Meckel's diverticulitis (MD) mimics acute appendicitis with right lower abdominal pain. Clinicians must consider MD in acute abdomen cases to avoid diagnostic delays. Perforated MD can lead to serious complications. Timely use of advanced imaging and surgical assessment is...
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Main Authors: | Faiza Azeema Shaikh, Dilip Vasant KA, Humaira Shaikh, Malik Olatunde Oduoye |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2024-09-01
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Series: | Clinical Case Reports |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.9361 |
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