Meckel's diverticulum Flashcards
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What is Meckel’s diverticulum?
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A congenital abnormality of the small bowel where the remnant of the vitello-intestinal duct remains
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What is the size of Meckel’s diverticulum?
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2 inches long, and is 2 feet proximal to the caecum
3
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When does Meckel’s diverticulum typically present?
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During infancy and toddler age (before 2 years old)
4
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How does Meckel’s diverticulum present?
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Asymptomatic or:
Painless rectal bleeding
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Symptoms of
- Obstruction
- Intussusception
5
Q
What are the investigations useful in diagnosing Meckel’s diverticulum?
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Gold standard - 99mTC scan
Other useful investigations:
- CT scan
- Small bowel enema
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