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Pathology Intestinal Polyps, Colon & Anal Cancer 4b407e62

What is false about Meckel's diveiculitis?

A
Present in 3% of the population
B
Presents with periumbilical pain
C
Remnant of proximal pa of vitellointestinal duct
D
Lies on the anti-mesenteric border
High-Yield Explanation
Meckel diveiculum Failed involution of proximal vitello-intestinal duct . It is true diveiculum which includes all three layers of bowel wall Extends from antimesenteric side of bowel, presenting with periumbilical pain. - The "rule of 2s" 2% of population Within 2 feet (60 cm) from ileocecal valve Approximately 2 inches (5 cm) long Twice as common in males Presents before age of 2yrs

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