Divericulitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is a fistula
A
A fistula is an abnormal pathway/connection from one internal organ to another
2
Q
How does a bowel obstruction occur?
A
Scarring caused by infection may cause partial/total blockage of LI
Bowel is unable to move contents normally
3
Q
What does increased fibre/roughage do?
A
It increases stool weight and lowers colonic pressure therefore improving colonic transit times
