Meckel's diverticulum

Question 1

What is Meckel’s diverticulum?

Answer 1

1. Incomplete obliteration of the vitelline duct

2. Abnormal outpouch of tissue on the small intestine

Question 2

3 major complications

Answer 2

1. Diverticulitis - infection of the outpouches
2. Intussception
3. Volvulus

Question 3

Clinical picture of Meckel’s

Answer 3

1. Usually asymptomatic
2. Abdominal pain mimicking appendicitis
3. Painless intermittent rectal bleeding

Question 4

2% Rule

Answer 4

1. 2% of the population
2. 2% are symptoatic
3. 2 feet from illeocecal and 2 inches deep
4. 2 years

Question 5

What type of tissue makes up the meckel’s

Answer 5

1. gastric tissue

2. pancreatic tissue

Question 6

Investigation

Answer 6

Technetium scan

Question 7

Tx

Answer 7

Surgical resection