Meckel's diverticulum

Meckel's diverticulum
Meckel's diverticulum

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Treatment

Treatment is surgical, consisting of a resection of the affected portion of the bowel.

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