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==Epidemiology and Demographics== | ==Epidemiology and Demographics== | ||
Meckel's diverticulum is present in approximately 2% of the population, with males more frequently experiencing symptoms. | Meckel's diverticulum is present in approximately 2% of the population, with males more frequently experiencing symptoms. | ||
==Natural History, Complications and Prognosis== | |||
Torsions of intestine around the intestinal stalk may also occur, leading to obstruction, [[ischemia]], and [[necrosis]]. | |||
==References== | ==References== |
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Overview
A Meckel's diverticulum, a true congenital diverticulum, is a small bulge in the small intestine present at birth. It is a vestigial remnant of the omphalomesenteric duct (also called the vitelline duct), and is the most frequent malformation of the gastrointestinal tract.
Classification
It is named after Johann Friedrich Meckel, who first described this type of diverticulum in 1809.[1][2]
Epidemiology and Demographics
Meckel's diverticulum is present in approximately 2% of the population, with males more frequently experiencing symptoms.
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Torsions of intestine around the intestinal stalk may also occur, leading to obstruction, ischemia, and necrosis.
References
- ↑ Template:WhoNamedIt
- ↑ J. F. Meckel. Über die Divertikel am Darmkanal. Archiv für die Physiologie, Halle, 1809, 9: 421-453.