Radiological features of Meckel's diverticulum and its complications

Clin Radiol. 2009 Feb;64(2):109-18. doi: 10.1016/j.crad.2008.07.012. Epub 2008 Sep 25.

Abstract

Meckel's diverticulum is the most common congenital abnormality of the small bowel. The majority of patients with this anomaly will remain asymptomatic; however, several complications may occur, including obstruction, intussusception, perforation, diverticulitis, and gastrointestinal haemorrhage. These complications may produce a variety of different clinical features and radiological appearances. The purpose of this article is to review the potential imaging manifestations of Meckel's diverticulum and its complications and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the imaging techniques available.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Capsule Endoscopy / methods
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Contrast Media
  • Enema
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Meckel Diverticulum / diagnosis*
  • Meckel Diverticulum / diagnostic imaging
  • Mesenteric Arteries / diagnostic imaging
  • Middle Aged
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
  • Ultrasonography
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Contrast Media