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The finer points of diagnosis can be accomplished when the abdomen is open for inspection during a surgical procedure. This situation is called an acute abdomen.

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When is inflammation from Meckel's diverticulum diagnosed?

This diagnosis is defined at the time of surgery for suspected appendicitis.


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I presume you mean diverticulum surgery? There are various type of diverticulum and you have to specify the site of the lesion to get a correct response


How is Meckel's diverticulum usually discovered?

The vast majority of Meckel's diverticulum diagnoses are incidental, that is, discovered during barium studies, abdominal surgery for other conditions, or autopsy.


What reading material is available on abdominal disorders from Meckel's diverticulum Meckel's diverticulum?

Arnio, P., and I. S. Salonen. "Abdominal disorders arising from 71 Meckel's diverticulum." Annals of Surgery and Gynecology 89, no. 4 (2000): 281-84.


What is the typical prognosis for Meckel's diverticulum?

The prognosis for Meckel's diverticulum is generally good if the condition is diagnosed and treated promptly. In most cases, surgery to remove the diverticulum can resolve any complications or symptoms. However, if complications such as perforation, obstruction, or bleeding occur and are not treated promptly, they can lead to serious consequences.


How is a patient prepared for Meckel's diverticulectomy?

If surgery is indicated for Meckel's diverticulum, an enema is given (unless contraindicated by complications) to completely clear the bowel and avoid infection during surgery.


When is surgery necessary for a person with Meckel's diverticulum?

The situation may be so acute that surgery is needed on an emergency basis. This is often the case with bowel obstruction. With heavy bleeding or severe pain, whatever the cause, surgery is required.


What reading material is available on Meckel's diverticulum and acute appendicitis?

al Mahmeed, T., J. K. MacFarlane, and D. Filipenko. "Ischemic Meckel's diverticulum and acute appendicitis." Canadian Journal of Surgery 43, no. 2 (2000): 146-47.


What reading material is available on blood loss from inverted Meckel's diverticulum?

Heider, R., D. M. Warshauer, and K. E. Behrns. "Inverted Meckel's diverticulum as a source of chronic gastrointestinal blood loss." Surgery 128, no. 1 (2000): 107-08.


How is Meckel's diverticulectomy performed?

Surgery is performed under general anesthetic. The small intestine is isolated and the diverticulum is removed, sometimes with a small segment of the intestines.


What has the author Harold Clifford Edwards written?

Harold Clifford Edwards has written: 'Diverticula and diverticulitis of the intestine' -- subject(s): Intestines, Diverticulum, Surgery, Diverticulitis, Diverticula


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