Meckel Diverticulum Presenting as Abdominal Pain and Subsequent Bowel Perforation

Abdominal pain is a common presenting symptom with a broad array of potential etiologies. Meckel diverticulum (MD), the most common congenital gastrointestinal malformation, classically presents with painless gastrointestinal bleeding. However, it can also lead to diverticulitis, intussusception, or obstruction, manifesting as abdominal pain.

Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - April 18, 2020 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Taylor N. LaFlam, Andrew Phelps, Won-Tak Choi, Aaron E. Kornblith Tags: Clinical Communications: Pediatric Source Type: research