Meckel_Diverticulum_Flashcards

Question 1

What is the management for an asymptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum detected incidentally on imaging?

Answer 1

No treatment is required for an asymptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum detected incidentally on imaging.

Question 2

What is the management for an asymptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum detected during surgery for other reasons?

Answer 2

Prophylactic excision is recommended for an asymptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum detected during surgery for other reasons.

Question 3

What is the treatment for a symptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum with bleeding?

Answer 3

Excision of the diverticulum with blood transfusion if the patient is haemodynamically unstable.

Question 4

What is the treatment for a symptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum with obstruction?

Answer 4

Excision of the diverticulum and lysis of adhesions.

Question 5

What is the treatment for a symptomatic Meckel’s diverticulum with perforation or peritonitis?

Answer 5

Excision of the diverticulum or small bowel segmental resection with perioperative antibiotics.

Question 6

What type of surgery is usually performed for Meckel’s diverticulum?

Answer 6

Surgery for Meckel’s diverticulum is usually laparoscopic.