| Literature DB >> 26373773 |
Xuandao Liu1, Dedrick Kok-Hong Chan1, Ker-Kan Tan2.
Abstract
We describe the diagnosis of an adult who presented with hematochezia. This was investigated and found to be from a bleeding Meckel's diverticulum. As this condition is rare in adults, there is no consensus regarding the optimal mode of management. We propose the use of angioembolisation in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of this condition. Our case showed that this strategy is indeed feasible and can achieve good short-term control, allowing for definitive surgery in an elective setting.Entities:
Keywords: Angioembolisation; Lower gastrointestinal bleed; Meckel’s diverticulum; Occult bleeding
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26373773 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-015-2938-5
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Gastrointest Surg ISSN: 1091-255X Impact factor: 3.452