Meckel's diverticulum secondary prevention
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
Overview
Secondary Prevention
- Postoperative complications of Meckel's diverticulum need to be managed:
- Early post-operative complications include:
- Ileus
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pulmonary embolism
- Anastomotic leakage
- Suture-line leakage
- Late post-operative complications include:
- Intestinal stenosis
- Intestinal obstruction due to postoperative adhesions
- Early post-operative complications include:
Ileus
- Treatment is mostly supportive
- Patient must be Nil per os (NPO or Nothing by Mouth)
- Nasogastric suction and parenteral feeds
- Discontinuation of offending agent is required
- Correction of electrolyte imbalances
- Pharmacotherapy: