HighlightsEnglish literatures discussing laparoscopic management for complicated duodenal diverticulum were carefully reviewed.Laparoscopic approach showed less complication, shorted hospital stay and better outcome in comparison to conservative, or open surgery.Laparoscopic approach is safe and feasible in selected cases of complicated duodenal diverticulum (laterally located and protruding duodenal diverticulum), it displays better outcome and many advantages of minimally invasive surgery for the patient.
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