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A case report of inverted Meckel's diverticulum
Elizabeth Rhodes1, Trevor Stone2, Laura Spruill3
1College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina University Medical Center, Charleston, South Carolina.
Radiology Case Reports
|March 18, 2021
Summary
Inverted Meckel's diverticulum, a rare cause of gastrointestinal bleeding, can present as an intraluminal ileal pouch. Prompt surgical resection is recommended to prevent complications like intestinal obstruction.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Inverted Meckel's diverticulum is a rare congenital anomaly of the small intestine.
- It is often diagnosed incidentally or during investigation for gastrointestinal bleeding.
Observation:
- A 67-year-old female presented with anemia, weakness, and fatigue.
- Imaging revealed an intraluminal, blind-ending pouch in the ileum, consistent with inverted Meckel's diverticulum.
Findings:
- Inverted Meckel's diverticulum appears as an intraluminal structure on computed tomography (CT) scans.
- The condition can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal obstruction, or intussusception.
Implications:
- Early consideration of inverted Meckel's diverticulum is crucial in patients with relevant symptoms.
- Surgical resection is indicated for definitive treatment and prevention of complications.
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