title: Meckel's diverticulum.
abstract: The embryology and clinical implications of Meckel's diverticulum, the most common gastrointestinal anomaly, are presented from the viewpoint of the obstetrician-gynecologist. The complications and clinical management are discussed.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007082:Ileum / Q000196:embryology; D007249:Inflammation / Q000150:complications; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000150:complications; D007889:Leiomyoma / Q000150:complications; D008297:Male; D008467:Meckel Diverticulum / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D010437:Peptic Ulcer / Q000150:complications