Which of the following represents the embryological origin of Meckel’s diveiculum?
Correct Answer: Vitello intestinal duct
Description: Meckel's diveiculum results from failure or incomplete obliteration of Vitello intestinal duct( omphalomesentric duct). It follows the rule of '2' : 2% prevalence, 2:1 female predominance, located 2 feet proximal to the ileocecal valve in adults, 50% of symptomatic individuals are less than 2 years. Reference: Schwatz's Principles of Surgery 9e chapter 28.
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