Diverticulitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is diverticulitis?
A
Inflammation of diverticula (outpouchings of the gut wall) found commonly in the sigmoid colon
2
Q
What are the risk factors for diverticula? (4)
A
Low fibre diet Obesity Smoking NSAIDs Age > 50
3
Q
What are the clinical presentations of diverticulitis? (4)
A
Severe L iliac fossa pain
Tenderness, guarding and rigidity on L
Fever
Constipation
4
Q
How would you diagnose diverticulitis?
A
CT colonoscopy (not performed during acute attack)
5
Q
How would you treat diverticulitis? (3)
A
HIGH FIBRE DIET
Smooth muscle relaxants: mebeverine
Antibiotics: ciprofloxacin + metronidazole
