Axial torsion of Meckel's diverticulum presenting as a pelvic mass

Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital gastrointestinal anomaly. Axial torsion of the diverticulum is rare and may produce nonspecific abdominal signs and symptoms. We describe a case of torsion of a Meckel's diverticulum that was noted as a pelvic mass on CT images.

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Veröffentlicht in:	Pediatric radiology 2001-12, Vol.31 (12), p.886-888
Hauptverfasser:	FARRIS, Stephen L, K.FERNBACH, Sandra
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Adolescent Biological and medical sciences Diagnosis, Differential Gastroenterology. Liver. Pancreas. Abdomen Humans Male Malformations Meckel Diverticulum - diagnostic imaging Medical sciences Stomach. Duodenum. Small intestine. Colon. Rectum. Anus Tomography, X-Ray Computed Torsion Abnormality - diagnostic imaging
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Zusammenfassung:	Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital gastrointestinal anomaly. Axial torsion of the diverticulum is rare and may produce nonspecific abdominal signs and symptoms. We describe a case of torsion of a Meckel's diverticulum that was noted as a pelvic mass on CT images.
ISSN:	0301-0449 1432-1998
DOI:	10.1007/s002470100013