Inverted Meckel's diverticulum associated with heterotopic pancreatic tissue causing intestinal obstruction: a case report

Abstract

Abstract Background Meckel’s diverticulum is the most frequent congenital anomaly of the gastrointestinal tract. It can invert or invaginate into the small intestine lumen. It is usually associated with heterotopic tissue elements. Case presentation We present a case of inverted Meckel's diverticulum, clinically and radiologically diagnosed as intestinal obstruction due to intussusceptions. The diagnosis was suspected due to target sign shown on radiological examination. Pathologically, it was inverted Meckel's diverticulum obstructing the lumen in parallel plan mimicking the telescoping appearance, with heterotopic pancreatic tissue formed of exocrine and ductal components only. Conclusions Inverted Meckel’s diverticulum may present by vague symptoms and may simulate other causes of intestinal obstruction.

Keywords

• Meckel’s diverticulum
• Inverted Meckel
• Heterotopic pancreas
• Intestinal obstruction