Diverticular Disease Flashcards
1
Q
what is diverticular disease
A
layers of the GI tract pushing outwards (out pouchings)
2
Q
Etiology
A
Aging (dt degenerative changes)
poor diet (low fibre)
inactivity
poor bowel habits
3
Q
Patho: why are there normal weak points
A
for vessel entry on gut wall
4
Q
Patho:
A
increase in intraluminal pressure causes the mucosa to herniate through the muscular externa = bowel protrusion
5
Q
where does this mostly occur
A
sigmoid colon/ multiple sites
6
Q
diverticulosis
A
non inflamed outpouchings
7
Q
diverticulitis
A
inflamed outpouchings
8
Q
Manifestations
A
dull pain
nausea, vomiting
low grade fever
9
Q
Treatment
A
address risks (diet/bowel habits) surgery for obstruction or perforation
