Abstract

DOMINGUEZ, Andrés  and  BLOCK, Solange. Meckel's diverticulum causing massive gastrointestinal bleeding in an adult. Imaging findings and anatomopathological correlation. Rev. gastroenterol. Perú [online]. 2020, vol.40, n.2, pp.182-184. ISSN 1022-5129.

Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital malformation of the gastrointestinal tract. Its caused by a improper closure of the omphalomesenteric duct. Many cases are asymptomatic, and the most common clinical presentation is a gastrointestinal bleeding by the presence of ectopic gastric mucosa especially during childhood. This clinical presentation is uncommon in adults.

Keywords : Meckel diverticulum; Bleeding; Adults.

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