Meckel Diverticulitis consists of a growth or bulge of a small, pouch-shaped abrasion or fissure in the wall of your small intestine. Such an innate pouch occurs in two out of every hundred individuals. When it becomes inflamed, it can resemble appendicitis and cause stomach pain, bleeding, or other gastrointestinal disorders. Timely diagnosis helps prevent complications.
Meckel Diverticulitis may not have distinct early symptoms, but as inflammation develops, it may manifest as:
Inflammation of a Meckel diverticulum can be caused by several factors:
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Meckel’s Diverticulitis is a congenital pouch in the small intestine that becomes inflamed or irritated, leading to pain and digestive symptoms. This condition occurs when the Meckel’s diverticulum, present since birth, gets infected or obstructed.
It is typically diagnosed using CT or ultrasound imaging to identify inflammation or infection. Blood tests may also be performed to rule out other causes of abdominal pain and detect infection.
Meckel’s diverticulitis can develop due to bacterial infection, blockage of the pouch, acid-related ulceration within the diverticulum, or decreased blood flow to the affected area.
Mild cases can often be managed with antibiotics and supportive care. However, most patients require surgical removal of the diverticulum to prevent recurrence and complications.
Recovery typically begins within 2–3 days after surgery, and most patients regain normal digestive function within 1–2 weeks, depending on their overall health and recovery progress.
Yes. Meckel’s diverticulum occurs in about 2% of the population, and only a small number of those cases develop diverticulitis or related complications.
No. Meckel’s diverticulitis is not inherited. The diverticulum is a congenital condition—present from birth but not passed down through families.
Untreated cases can lead to severe complications such as abscess formation, intestinal perforation, internal bleeding, or peritonitis—all of which require emergency medical attention.
GastroDoxs in Houston provides access to experienced gastroenterologists and surgeons who specialize in diagnosing and treating Meckel’s Diverticulitis using advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques.
GastroDoxs offers comprehensive, fast, and precise diagnosis, individualized treatment plans, minimally invasive surgical options, and continuous patient support to ensure comfort, safety, and complete recovery.
