Meckel's diverticulum

Overview

A diverticulum is an abnormal sac or pouch that forms at a weak point in the intestines. Diverticula of various types can develop as you age. Meckel's diverticulum refers to a diverticulum in the intestines that is present at birth.

Meckel's diverticulum usually appears between the fifth and seventh weeks of foetal development. Because the condition is present at birth, it is classified as a congenital health problem.

Causes and symptoms of Meckel’s diverticulum:-

During early pregnancy, it occurs in the foetus. The vitelline duct connects the developing foetus to the yolk sac and is absorbed by the seventh week of pregnancy. A Meckel's diverticulum develops if the vitelline duct is not completely absorbed. Cells from the pancreas and stomach could be present. Ulcers and bleeding can occur if the stomach secretes acid. The most common symptoms appear during a child's first year of life and can reoccur in adulthood. These are:

• intestine blockage
• intestine bleeding, resulting in bloody stools
• The intestines are inflamed.
• pain or discomfort ranging from mild to severe
• vomiting and nausea
• anaemia

Laparoscopic surgery for Meckel’s diverticulum:-

• Two to three small incisions are made in the abdomen, and a laparoscope is inserted through one of them, allowing the surgeon to see the abdomen on a video monitor.
• Other incisions are used to insert surgical instruments.
• The Meckel's diverticulum, as well as the surrounding compromised portions of the small intestine, is removed by the surgeon. 
• The healthy ends of the remaining small intestine are stapled or stitched back together.

Advantages

• Postoperative discomfort is minimal.
• A shorter hospital stay and a faster return to work and normal activities
• Excellent cosmetic outcomes

Make an appointment with Aakash Healthcare for intestinal blockage treatment. At Aakash Healthcare, we have one of the best doctors and laparoscopic surgeons for intestinal blockage, and we are regarded as one of the best hospitals for laparoscopic surgery in Dwarka, Delhi.