Answer and Discussion of Quiz Set: A-002

3.    The colonic diverticulum is considered as false diverticulum because of which of the followings?

A.  It’s a false diverticulum

B.  It’s the most common congenital malformation of GI tract

C.  It has no genetic associationIt usually located within 2 feet of ileocecal valve

D.  It may contain ectopic gastric mucosa

E.  It may present with GI bleeding before age 2

Answer and Discussion: The answer is (A). Merkel’s diverticulum is the most common congenital malformation of GI tract, it usually located within 2 feet of ileocecal valve, and It may present with GI bleeding before age 2, actually it’s the most common cause of GI bleeding in children.  Merkel’s diverticulum may have ectopic gastric or pancreatic mucosa. It is composed of all layers of GI tract, so it’s a true diverticulum.