What is duodenal diverticula?

Duodenal pulsion diverticula are acquired outpouchings of the mucosa and submucosa; Found in 20% of autopsies and 5–10% of upper GI series; 90% are on medial aspect of duodenum. Most are solitary and within 2.5 cm of the ampulla of Vater Symptoms are uncommon; patients may have chronic postprandial abdominal pain or dyspepsia Complications : hemorrhage, perforation, pancreatitis, biliary obstruction Diverticulum is visualized on upper GI contrast radiographic studies or upper GI endoscopy