Perforated jejunal diverticulum: CT diagnosis

Abdom Imaging. 1995 Jan-Feb;20(1):29-30. doi: 10.1007/BF00199639.

Abstract

A case of a perforated jejunal diverticulum with retroperitoneal extension is presented. Computed tomographic (CT) features and the plain radiographic appearance are described in this rare complication of a common pathologic finding.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Diverticulum / complications
  • Diverticulum / diagnostic imaging*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Perforation / diagnostic imaging*
  • Intestinal Perforation / etiology
  • Jejunal Diseases / complications
  • Jejunal Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*