Meckel’s Diverticulum Flashcards
1
Q
What is Meckel’s diverticulum?
A
Congenital Diverticulum of the small intestine which is a remnant. Rule of 2s
occurs in 2% of the population
is 2 feet from the ileocaecal valve
is 2 inches long
2
Q
What is the blood supply to Meckel’s diverticulum?
A
Vitelline artery
3
Q
What is the gold standard for diagnosis?
A
Meckel’s diverticulum
