Spontaneous Perforation of Meckel’s Diverticulum in a 37-Year-Old Woman: A Case Report

This case emphasizes the importance of keeping the differential of ruptured MD under consideration when dealing with adults presenting with acute abdominal pain, even if a gynecological cause is initially suspected. Thus, early detection and immediate surgical intervention are key factors for more positive patient outcomes.

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Cureus
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2025-10-24
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.95304
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Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments
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Spontaneous Perforation of Meckel’s Diverticulum in a 37-Year-Old Woman: A Case Report

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Spontaneous Perforation of Meckel’s Diverticulum in a 37-Year-Old Woman: A Case Report

Sara Khalil, Aysha Al Shamsi, Abdulrahman J Aakef, Ryan Darayseh, A. Khadeeja, Hamda Al Shehhi, Abdullah O Al Ani
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Abstract

This case emphasizes the importance of keeping the differential of ruptured MD under consideration when dealing with adults presenting with acute abdominal pain, even if a gynecological cause is initially suspected. Thus, early detection and immediate surgical intervention are key factors for more positive patient outcomes.

CureusVol. 17(10)
Ajman University (AE), Shaikh Khalifa Medical City (AE), Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (AE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 52%
Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments
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