Laparoscopic excision of a gastric diverticulum in a child

J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2007 Apr;17(2):246-8. doi: 10.1089/lap.2006.0145.

Abstract

Gastric diverticulum is a rare entity; the patient usually presents with vague abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss. Diverticulectomy is required for patients with intractable symptoms or complications. We report the laparoscopic excision of a gastric diverticulum in a 15-year-old girl who had been symptomatic for 5 years. A five-port technique and a linear cutting and stapling device were used.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Diverticulum, Stomach / diagnosis
  • Diverticulum, Stomach / surgery*
  • Female
  • Gastroscopy
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*