Abstract
INTRODUCTION
Mesenteric cysts are rare intra-abdominal tumours with a prevalence of 1:100.000 in adults and 1:20.000 in children [1,2]. They are usually benign and asymptomatic, but occasionally can present with various, non-specific symptoms. Due to the rarity of this entity and the lack of specific symptoms, correct pre-operative diagnosis is most often difficult.
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Corresponding Author
Dr Prabu.KT
Department of Minimal Access Surgery,
Madras Medical College, Chennai – 600003, India
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i1.30
