What is the Diverticulum Meckel?
MECKEL is a state characterized by the presence of a pouch in the wall of the intestines. It is a common malformation in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) that occurs during fetal growth. Many individuals born with the condition are usually asymptomatic, which means they have no symptoms. In some patients, however, Meckel's diverticulum or diverticulum, if there is more than one present, may bleed, cause an obstacle or lead to ulcers.
Symptoms of Meckel's diverticulum include abdominal pain, vomiting and nausea. Diverticulum usually produces acid that can develop into peptic ulcers (instinct), a condition where they develop in the acids in the stomach lining due to excessive acid production in the area. If the instinct is not treated early, it can perforate or cause a hole in the stomach. This causes stomach waste to penetrate the abdominal space and cause peritonitis, which is GIT infection. Early diagnosis of Meckel's divertyulum is therefore often importantto reduce the risk of these complications.
Many laboratory procedures are often performed for GIT evaluation. The blood test is usually required to check the infection and anemia or the low number of red blood cells. Stool examination is also performed to check any occult or hidden blood.
Some diagnostic imaging tests are also performed. One of them is the abdominal ultrasound for the visualization of the whole GIT for possible occlusion in the intestine caused by Meckel Divers. Barium enema is also useful in giving a more accurate view of GIT. Usually this is done by the patient consumed to dye to effectively visualize the affected intestines.
Gastroenterologists, doctors specializing in GIT diseases generally treat patients with Meckel Divers. Patients may proceed to laparoscopy. Laparoscopy is the procedure where the surgeons make small cuts in the abdomen and insert nOther probes equipped with a camera and other necessary equipment. By this procedure, surgeons can usually evaluate GIT for obstacle and bleeding and also to establish treatment.
In addition to laparoscopy technology, another option is to treat abdominal surgery. It is usually done by cutting in the abdomen, which allows surgeons to enter GIT and remove Diverticulum or diverticulum. The main goal of treatment is to solve complications and prevent others from appearing. After removing Meckel's diverticulum, patients usually get full recovery and free themselves from symptoms.