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Rev Mex Pediatr 2010; 77 (1)
Torsion of a giant omental cyst in a child with acute abdomen
Domínguez PST, Baeza HC, Martínez RML, Cortez GR, Sánchez ML, Aguilar VJM
Language: Spanish
References: 12
Page: 14-16
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ABSTRACT
Introduction. The omental cysts, are a rare tumors with asymptomatic evolution but sometimes produce an acute abdomen syndrome. Here is presented the case of a child of 27 months age with symptoms of acute abdomen due to a torsion of a giant omental cyst. Resection total was performed, with good evolution.
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