“Type C appendicular duplication with patent vitello-intestinal duct—an unforeseen association”—a case report

Abstract Background Gastrointestinal duplications are uncommon occurring in 1 in 5000 live births. Small intestine is commonly involved, while appendicular duplications are extremely rare. Vitelline duct anomalies arise due to failure of involution of the omphalomesenteric duct. Their spectrum range...

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Main Authors: S. Rajkiran Raju, A. R. Prasanna Kumar, A. M. Shubha, Julian Crasta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2021-11-01
Series:Annals of Pediatric Surgery
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43159-021-00127-2