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7 Treatments for Meckel's Diverticulum

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Tests

1	Surgical Procedures

1	Prescribed Medications

Overview

A Meckel's diverticulum that is causing discomfort, bleeding, or obstruction must be surgically removed. This procedure is very similar to an appendectomy .[read article]

Tests for Meckel's Diverticulum

1. Fecal Occult Blood Test The fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is performed as part of the routine physical examination during the examination of the rectum. It is used to detect microscopic b... More
2. Intestinal Scan
3. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
4. Abdominal CT Scan A CT scan is a type of X-ray that can show cross-sectional images of a specific area of the body. The machine circles the body and sends the images to a computer, w... More
5. Computed Tomography (CT) Scan A computerized tomography scan (CT or CAT scan) is a series of cross-sectional X-ray images of your body. CT scans are used to examine your bones and soft tissues f... More
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Surgical Procedures for Meckel's Diverticulum

1. Excision of Meckel's Diverticulum A Meckel's diverticulectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove a small pouch-a birth defect called Meckel's diverticulum -from the lining of the small... More
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Prescribed Medications for Meckel's Diverticulum

1. cefotetan(Cefotan ) CEFOTETAN (SEF oh tee tan) is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It is used to treat or prevent certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or ... More
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