Appendico-Umbilical Fistula Simulating Persistent Vitello-Intestinal Duct Fistula: A Case Report
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 8
Abstract
Abstract: Neonatal appendicitis is quite rare, rarer still when it presents as appendico-umbilical fistula. Faeculent umbilical discharge is commonly due to persistent vitello-intestinal duct fistula, we however, presents a four week old neonate who presented appendico-umbilcal fistula. Keywords: Appendico-umbilical fistula, Vitello-intestinal duct fistula, malformations.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Adamu Sani, Dr. Adamu Sadiq Abubakar, Dr. Abussalam K I
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