A Case of Strangulated Intestinal Obstruction Caused by Acquired Ileal Diverticulum

TL;DR

A rare case of intestinal blockage caused by an acquired ileal diverticulum is reported, highlighting the importance of considering this condition in patients with no prior abdominal surgery.

Contribution

This case report highlights the rare occurrence of strangulated intestinal obstruction due to an acquired ileal diverticulum.

Findings

A 65-year-old female presented with acute abdominal pain caused by an acquired ileal diverticulum.

Exploratory surgery revealed an internal hernia associated with the diverticulum.

The case underscores the need for clinicians to consider this rare condition in intestinal obstruction diagnoses.

Abstract

Background: Acquired ileal diverticulum is an extremely rare condition that occurs in the ileum and is caused by acquired factors. Strangulated intestinal obstruction, a life-threatening variant of bowel obstruction, is associated with exceedingly high mortality rates. Here, we present a case of acquired ileal diverticulum causing strangulated intestinal obstruction, which was treated at our hospital.

Case Report: A 65-year-old female with no previous history of intestinal obstruction presented with acute abdominal pain. An exploratory laparotomy revealed an acquired ileal diverticulum and an internal hernia.

Conclusion: Acquired ileal diverticulum leading to strangulated intestinal obstruction is rare. Clinicians should consider the possibility of this disease when encountering intestinal obstruction patients with no history of abdominal surgery.

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