Meckel's diverticulum leading to ileo-ileal intussusception

Abstract

Intussusception secondary to Meckel's diverticulum is a rare entity in adults and hence, can be a challenging to accurately diagnose preoperatively. This case illustrates the clinical, imaging, operative, and histologic manifestations of a Meckel's diverticulum leading to a long segment ileo-ileal intussusception in an adult female patient presenting with symptoms of small bowel obstruction.

Keywords

• Meckel's diverticulum
• Intussusception
• Small bowel obstruction