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  • Title: [Meckel's diverticulum in adults. A 3-decade experience].
    Author: Alarcón Fernández O, Zamarripa Dorsey F, Hevia I, de Ariño Suárez M, Naves González J.
    Journal: Rev Gastroenterol Mex; 1997; 62(4):273-5. PubMed ID: 9580235.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To review the prevalence, clinic manifestations and characteristics of the adult Meckel's diverticulum in the Hospital Español de México. BACKGROUND: The Meckel's diverticulum is the most frequent congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract. However, only in seldom occasions produces manifestations in adults. METHODS: Retrospective review of 31 years. RESULTS: Meckel's diverticulum was found in only 13 cases. The most common clinical manifestation was pain in the right lower abdominal quadrant; there was not a single case of bleeding. A correct pre surgical diagnosis was done in only one patients. Post surgical course was satisfactory in all patients. CONCLUSION: In adults, the Meckel's diverticulum complications are uncommon, being the most frequent clinical manifestation the pain in the right lower abdominal quadrant and intestinal obstruction.
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