Omental Infarction: Unusual Complication after Laparoscopic Proctocolectomy

Abstract

Omental Infarction is an under-explored origin of acute abdominal pain and has uncertain etiology. Because of its low incidence and nonspecific presentation, it can be difficult to diagnose. However, the increasing use of CT scans in patient evaluation has unveiled this phenomenon. We present the first case of postoperative omental infarction after laparoscopic proctocolectomy with end ileostomy in a 71-year-old male patient, who was successfully treated by removal of the infarct.