Meckel’s Diverticulum

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CHAPTER 96

Meckel’s Diverticulum

Michael S. Baggish

Meckel’s diverticulum is a common congenital anomaly affecting the small bowel. Typically, the diverticulum is located within 2 feet of the ileocecal valve and arises from the antimesenteric border of the ileum. The protrusion is about 2 inches long and occurs in 2% of the population (Figs. 96–1 through 96–3

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