Meckel’s diverticulum is a blind protrusion of the intestine that occurs when there is insufficient regression of the embryonic yolk duct. In most cases, the phenomenon remains asymptomatic throughout life and, in this case, does not require further therapy. Only in the case of inflammatory processes based on the diverticulum are interventions necessary for treatment, … Meckels Diverticulum: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Meckel’s diverticulum, diverticulum ilei Definition/Introduction A Meckel’s diverticulum is a bulge (diverticulum) of the ileum or the jejunum. This bulge originates from embryonic development and represents a remnant (relic) of the yolk duct (Ductus omphaloentericus). The yolk duct is the embryonic connection between the yolk sac and the intestinal tube and usually (physiologically) recedes in … Meckel’s diverticulum
Prophylaxis In order not to overlook undiscovered diverticula and thus not to be responsible for possible complications which may arise from a Meckel’s diverticula, the corresponding intestinal area is searched for a possibly occurring Meckel’s diverticula during every abdominal operation. Prognosis A Meckel’s diverticulum usually has a good prognosis. However, depending on the course of … Prophylaxis | Meckel’s diverticulum
There are various diseases that can lead to pain in the intestines. However, it is often not possible to localize the pain exactly. Often patients feel an unspecific pain in the abdomen. This can be acute and very strong, or chronic and dull. Some diseases lead less to a persistent pain, but rather to a … Pain small intestine
Volvolus Furthermore, twisting of the intestine can cause severe pain due to interruption of the blood supply. This is called volvolus. This can lead to intestinal obstruction or even the destruction of the affected tissue. Such a volvolus can occur both acutely and chronically. Acute intestinal rotation is accompanied by vomiting, shock, peritonitis and a … Volvolus | Pain small intestine
