Laparoscopic Surgery
Meckel's Diverticulum treatment in Chennai
Meckel’s diverticulum, which is situated in the bottom section of the small intestine, is a little protrusion that extends from the intestinal wall.
Book a consultation +91 93603 91740
- 28+ yearsin practice
- 20,000+laparoscopic surgeries
- 4.9/5300+ Google reviews
- BillrothShenoy Nagar
Key facts about Meckel's Diverticulum
- Condition
- Meckel's Diverticulum
- Speciality
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Approach
- Keyhole where suitable
- Treated by
- Dr. Kumaragurubaran
- Hospital
- Billroth, Shenoy Nagar
- Consultations
- Mon–Sat, no referral
What is Meckel's Diverticulum?
Meckel’s diverticulum, which is situated in the bottom section of the small intestine, is a little protrusion that extends from the intestinal wall. The pouch is a piece of tissue that remains from the digestive system’s embryonic development.
Symptoms of Meckel's Diverticulum
The signs patients most often describe. Anything lasting more than a few weeks is worth having examined.
- Meckel’s diverticulum can cause cramping in the abdomen, nausea, and vomiting in people of all ages.
- Similar to appendicitis, acute Meckel diverticulitis is characterized by abdominal discomfort and tenderness that is usually situated below or next to the umbilicus.
- It is sometimes followed by vomiting, bright red, and painless rectal bleeding in children is possible.
- Adults can bleed too, although usually it’s melena instead of plain blood.
How Meckel's Diverticulum is diagnosed
No operation is planned on a guess — the diagnosis is established first.
- Meckel’s diverticulum is usually diagnosed by CT scan,colonoscopy,and meckel’s scan.
How Meckel's Diverticulum is treated
-
A Meckel’s diverticulum that is symptomatic should be surgically resected.
-
The surgical technique for this procedure might be either open or laparoscopic.
-
Meckel’s diverticulum is removed, the ulcerated region is found, and the bleeding is halted using both methods.
-
Dr. Kumaragurubaran is one of the Best Doctor in treating patients with Meckel’S Diverticulum.
Keyhole versus open surgery
Typical differences for a planned procedure in a generally healthy adult. Your own risks are discussed with you before consent.
| Measure | Open surgery | Keyhole |
|---|---|---|
| Incision | One cut, 10–15 cm | Three or four cuts, 5–10 mm |
| Hospital stay | 3–5 nights | Same day to 1 night |
| Back to desk work | 4–6 weeks | About 1 week |
| Wound infection risk | Higher | Substantially lower |
| Scarring | One long scar | Marks that fade |
| Still right when | Dense adhesions, bleeding, unclear anatomy | The large majority of planned cases |
Why patients choose this practice
Diagnosis before decision
No operation is scheduled on a guess. Many patients who arrive expecting surgery leave with a treatment plan instead.
Costs in writing, first
A written estimate covering surgeon, theatre, anaesthesia, implants and expected stay before you are asked to consent.
Keyhole most of the time
Ninety-five per cent of procedures are completed through keyhole access; the rest are open because open was the safer call.
Second opinions
If surgery has been advised elsewhere, bring the scans and the plan. Reviewing another surgeon’s recommendation is routine.
About the surgeon
Treated by
Dr. Kumaragurubaran
Senior Surgical Gastroenterologist, Advanced Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MRCS (England), FIAGES (Gastro), FALS (Colorectal, Bariatric, Hernia, Robotic), Dip. ALS (Advanced Laparoscopy)
Gastroenterologist, GI & Laparoscopic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals in Shenoy Nagar, Chennai. Treats Hernia, Reflux, Obesity, Colorectal, Gastrointestinal and Anorectal conditions, and provides medical treatment for GERD, Gastritis, Peptic ulcer, Jaundice, Pancreatitis, Colitis and IBD.
Meckel's Diverticulum: frequently asked questions
What is Meckel's Diverticulum?
Meckel’s diverticulum, which is situated in the bottom section of the small intestine, is a little protrusion that extends from the intestinal wall.
What are the symptoms of Meckel's Diverticulum?
Meckel’s diverticulum can cause cramping in the abdomen, nausea, and vomiting in people of all ages. Similar to appendicitis, acute Meckel diverticulitis is characterized by abdominal discomfort and tenderness that is usually situated below or next to the umbilicus. It is sometimes followed by vomiting, bright red, and painless rectal bleeding in children is possible. Adults can bleed too, although usually it’s melena instead of plain blood.
How is Meckel's Diverticulum diagnosed?
Meckel’s diverticulum is usually diagnosed by CT scan,colonoscopy,and meckel’s scan.
How is Meckel's Diverticulum treated?
A Meckel’s diverticulum that is symptomatic should be surgically resected. The surgical technique for this procedure might be either open or laparoscopic. Meckel’s diverticulum is removed, the ulcerated region is found, and the bleeding is halted using both methods.
Who treats Meckel's Diverticulum in Chennai?
Dr. Kumaragurubaran, Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, treats Meckel's Diverticulum. He has 28 years of experience and has performed more than 20,000 laparoscopic surgeries.
How do I book a consultation for Meckel's Diverticulum?
You can call +91 93603 91740, message on WhatsApp, or send the appointment form on this site. No referral is needed and most patients are seen within the same week. Consultations run Monday to Saturday at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kumaragurubaran, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), Senior Consultant at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar. This page is patient education and does not replace a consultation in which you have been examined.
Next step
Discuss Meckel's Diverticulum with Dr. Kumaragurubaran
Bring any scans or reports you already have. You will be told plainly what is wrong, what the options are, and what happens if nothing is done.