Diverticulitis (4 of 4)

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Acute diverticulitis is the most common complication of colonic diverticulosis and is one of the most frequently encountered acute diseases of the colon. It begins as a localized intramural infection in a segment affected by diverticulosis, with subsequent development of localized pericolic inflammation. Colonic perforation, abscess formation, or generalized peritonitis may occur Colonic strictures and fistulas to other organs are other important complications. Serious complications are more likely if acute diverticulitis is initially unrecognized or misdiagnosed.

tags: diverticulitis colonoscopy diverticulum colon infection

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