| Literature DB >> 7362966 |
Abstract
Retrospective analysis of the records of a children's hospital shows an increased incidence of Meckel's diverticulum in children born with major malformation of the umbilicus, alimentary tract, nervous system or cardiovascular system in descending order. A consideration of the risks associated with Meckel's diverticulum suggests that elective resection is indicated only for diverticula that are atypical on inspection or palpation.Entities:
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Year: 1980 PMID: 7362966 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.1800670316
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Br J Surg ISSN: 0007-1323 Impact factor: 6.939