Meckel’s Diverticulum as a Cause of Small Bowel Obstruction Complicated with Gangrene in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy: A Case Report

Acute abdomen during pregnancy is rare. Despite advances in diagnostic imaging, preoperative diagnosis the pregnant population due to anatomical and physiological changes can pose difficulties. Diagnosis surgery delays increase risk of adverse outcomes for both maternal fetal health. In symptomatic cases, explorative might be essential correct patient treatment. Here, we present Meckel’s diverticulum as an unusual cause small bowel obstruction complicated with gangrene a 34-week patient. The was only apparent surgical laparotomy.