A case of persistent descending mesocolon

Abstract

During dissection of the abdomen the descending coton

was found to be displaced medially with a persistent

mesocolon still present. In the lateral recess created by

this abnormal position were found coils of ileum and

jejunum. The ascending colon although not displaced

also contained a persistent mesocolon, although

somewhat shorter in length. Throughout its length the

descending colon was only 2.5 cm. in width, however,

upon pathological examination was found to be

normal.

Keywords

• Descending Colon,Mesocolon,Persistent,Fixation

References

1. 1) MorgensternL. Persistent descending mesocolon. J Surg nec and Obst 1960; 110:197.