A patient was admitted to the surgical department with suspected inflammation of Meckel's diverticulum. What part of bowels should be examined in order to discover the diverticulum in course of an operation?

Answer options

1. Colon ascendens
2. Jejunum
3. Caecum
4. Duodenum
5. Ileum

Explanation

Meckel diverticulum (also referred to as Meckel's diverticulum) is the most common congenital abnormality of the small intestine; it is caused by an incomplete obliteration of the vitelline duct (i.e. omphalomesenteric duct). It is located in the distal ileum.