Axial torsion as a rare and unusual complication of a Meckel's diverticulum: a case report and review of the literature

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>In 1809, Johann Friedrich Meckel described the embryology of a small bowel diverticulum, which now bears his name. Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital abnormality of the gastrointestinal tract, with a prevalenc...

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Main Authors: Seth Jai, Seth Ajai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-03-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/5/1/118