Background:
Omental infarction is a rare entity that usually causes symptoms similar to those of appendicitis. Ultrasound or computerized tomography scan can diagnose omental infarction preoperatively.
Methods:
We treated two patients with omental infarction by performing a laparoscopic omentectomy in each one.
Results:
The pathology verified the operative diagnosis, and both patients were discharged home on the first postoperative day.
Conclusion:
Omental infarction can be accurately diagnosed and safely treated with laparoscopy. Key Words: Laparoscopy, Omental infarction, Acute abdominal pain.