Mesenteric cyst(s) presenting as acute intestinal obstruction in children: Three cases and literature review

International Journal of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
Deepa MakhijaMukta Waghmare

Abstract

Mesenteric cysts are rare in paediatric age group and usually present as asymptomatic abdominal lumps. Acute presentations are uncommon and their preoperative diagnosis is difficult. This is a retrospective observational study describing three children with mesenteric cysts who presented with symptoms and signs of acute intestinal obstruction. Three children with mesenteric cysts who presented with acute abdomen are described as per their age, presenting symptoms and signs, investigations, management, and outcome. The three children presented in emergency with symptoms and signs of acute intestinal obstruction. On exploration, all had mesenteric cyst and were managed by deroofing, marsupilisation and excision. All patients recovered uneventfully. Presentation of mesenteric cyst as acute obstruction in paediatric age group is rare and preoperative diagnosis is difficult. The larger cysts are more likely to have an acute presentation.

Citations

Jul 22, 2017·Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition·Charu TiwariKiran Khedkar
Mar 27, 2021·Annals of Emergency Medicine·Ssu-Yu LinChung-Yueh Shih

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