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Fishbone perforation of Meckel’s diverticulum: An unusual case of right iliac fossa pain

Ravikant Narain , Ravikant Narain

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New Indian Journal of Surgery 1(1):p 39-40, Oct-Dec 2010. | DOI:

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Perforation of a Meckel’s diverticulum by a foreign body is a rare occurrence and can mimic. A 45 year old gentleman presented with signs and symptoms suggestive of acute appendicitis and a decision was taken to operate the patient. On exploration, the appendix was found to be normal and a fish bone was seen to be protruding through the Meckel’s diverticulum. The diverticulum was resected and end to end anastomosis was done. Patient had an uneventful recovery Pattern.


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