Patent vitellointestinal duct with ileal prolapse in a newborn: A case report and literature review.

ABSTRACT

RATIONALE Patent vitellointestinal duct is the most common omphalomesenteric duct anomaly to present with symptoms. PATIENT CONCERNS A 10-day-old child presented with increase in the size of a polypoidal lesion into a large, "Y"-shaped reddish, prolapsing lesion, discharging gaseous, and fecal matter at her umbilicus. A laparoscopic exploration was performed, followed by wedge resection and anastomosis. No complications occurred during postoperative follow-up. DIAGNOSES A patent vitellointestinal duct with ileal prolapse. INTERVENTIONS: The resection of extended intraperitoneal intestinal tube was performed. OUTCOMES: During the follow-up 3 months after surgery, the umbilical cord of the child healed well after surgery. LESSONS Timely surgical treatment can minimize the occurrence of complications, and the overall prognosis is good after surgery.