Small omphalocele with ileal prolapse through a patent omphalomesenteric duct. A case report and review of literature.

P Storms, J Pexsters, J. Vandekerkhof

PubMed · 1989 · 12 citations · 0 references

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Abstract

A patent omphalomesenteric duct is an uncommon condition. These lesions are prone to give a small bowel prolapse, which complicates the situation. We report 1 such patient. Early surgical management is necessary to prevent complications.