Abstract
A rare case of bleeding Meckel's diverticulum in an adult, in which Tc-99m pertechnetate scan, mesenteric angiography, and barium examination failed to establish the diagnosis, is presented. The diagnosis was made by laparoscopy, and a laparoscopically assisted resection was carried out with a smooth postoperative course, early discharge from the hospital, and rapid return to work.
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Madsen, M.R. Laparoscopy in the diagnosis of bleeding Meckel's diverticulum. Surg Endosc 8, 1346–1347 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00188299
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