Complicated Meckel's diverticulum

Abstract

Introduction: Meckel’s diverticulum is rare among the general population. symptoms are varied, the diagnosis is often difficult and the abnormality is usually an incidental finding in laparotomies. Undiagnosed Meckel’s diverticulitis harbor a considerable probability of complications; including perforation and peritonitis. case series: Herein, we report two cases, first case was a 27-year-old male presented with non-specific lower abdominal pain and nausea. Meckel’s diverticulitis was on top of the differential diagnosis by cEct scan of the abdomen. He underwent surgical resection of the Meckel’s diverticulum and appendectomy. the second case was 47-year-old male presented with epigastric pain shifted to the right lower abdomen and one episode of vomiting. the erect abdominal radiograph revealed pneumoperitoneum, which necessitates urgent laparotomy and diverticulectomy. conclusion: Meckel’s diverticulum cases are the most common gastrointestinal congenital anomalies despite its relative rarity, but should be pursued in diagnosis and treated surgically because of the high rate of inflammation, intestinal obstruction and perforation.