Meckel Diverticulum Flashcards

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Def

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is the result of an incomplete fusion of the omphalomesenteric duct during embryonic development. This causes a fibrous band to connect the small intestine to the umbilicus, known as a Meckel diverticulum.

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S/S

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  • bleeding
  • anemia
  • severe colicky abdominal pain
  • abdominal distention
  • guarding (tensing of the abdominal wall muscles)
  • rebound tenderness
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Management/Tx:

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Management:
- stool for occult blood tests
- CBC (anemia)
- meckel scan

Tx:
- surgery is necessary to remove the diverticulum
- ileal resection may be necessary
- blood products for anemia
- IV fluids

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Complications

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bleeding, anemia, and intestinal obstruction such as volvulus and intussusception, half of which occur within the first 2 years of life

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