Diverticular Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Outline the theories and aetiology of diverticular disease
A
Increased IAP (often due to low fibre diets) causes herniation of gastric mucosa through weakened areas near blood vessels
2
Q
Morphology and pathological consequences of diverticulosis
A
Diverticulitis Abscess formation Obstruction Haemorrhage Perforation Fistula formation
3
Q
Clinical features of diverticulosis and how they differ from symptoms of diverticulitis
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Diverticulosis
asymptomatic in 95%, pain, constipation, small bleeding
Diverticulitis
Pain, fever, tachycardia, anorexia, nausea, vomiting
