title: Perforated jejunal diverticulitis.
abstract: Perforated jejunal diverticulitis is very rare. We describe two cases seen in one surgical unit in a four month period. The problems in early diagnosis are discussed and the need for prompt surgical intervention emphasised if mortality is to be reduced.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Scrimgeour
authors.forename: A D
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Irving
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D004238:Diverticulitis / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007416:Intestinal Perforation / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D007579:Jejunal Diseases / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery