CASE REPORT: A CHILD WITH OMENTAL INFARCTION
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Abstract
Omental Infarction (OI) is a rare cause of acute abdominal pain in children, with more than 85% of cases reported in adults [1,2]. Clinical signs are nonspecific, and the initial diagnosis is frequently mistaken for acute appendicitis, which can lead to an early unnecessary surgical.
A 10-year-old girl without significant previous medical history presented with 20-hour history of right lower quadrant abdominal (RLQ) pain, fever and focal tenderness in the RLQ.The diagnosis of OI was made, using abdominal ultrasound and enhanced CT scan findings. She received conservative management with antibiotics including ceftriaxone, metronidazole and analgesia. Her condition gradually resolved, and The child was discharged five days hospitalisation. She was rechecked after 1 month with the symptoms-free.
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Keywords
Omental Infarction, acute abdominal pain
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