Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Meckel's diverticulitis

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

RLQ abdominal pain and tenderness typically localized below or adjacent to the umbilicus; it is often accompanied by vomiting and is similar to that of appendicitis

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

Based on symptoms; For bleeding: Radionuclide scan; wireless capsule endoscopy; and enteroscopy; For pain: CT

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

Obstruction of small intestine;
Inflammation;
Lower gastrointestinal bleeding;

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

PharmOptions

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/gastrointestinal-disorders/diverticular-disease/meckel-diverticulum