Meckel Diverticulum with Volvulus and Necrosis
Image Description
Meckel diverticulum can undergo a number of complications including - perforation, ulceration, hemorrhage, intussusception, volvulus, obstruction, and neoplastic transformation. The image shows complete necrosis of a Meckel diverticulum following volvulus. Image courtesy of Dr. Jean-Christophe Fournet, Paris, France; humpath.com.