FISH BONE CAUSING MECKELS PERFORATION IN A CHILD

Meckel's diverticulum is a common congenital anomaly. It usually presents in young children as rectal bleeding or intestinal obstruction. Diverticular perforation can occur due to ileal ulceration following secretions from the ectopic gastric mucosa. However, Meckel's perforation due to ingested foreign bodies in children is rare. We present such a case with review of literature