diverticulitis Flashcards

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definition of diverticulitis

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inflammation of diverticula

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diverticula defintion

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an outpouching of the colon typically in the sigmoid colon

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diverticulitis risk factors

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old age, low fibre intake, male, obesity, low exercise, NSAIDS, chronic constipation, smoking

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pathophysis of diverticulitis

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increased abdo pressure -> outpouching at weak point where artery enters -> inflammation of diverticula -> damages artery

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signs + symptoms of diverticulitis

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constipation and diarrhoea, abdo pain LIF, abdo distention, flatulance, fever, bright red stool, n/v

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investigations for diverticulitis

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CT, raised CRP, raised leukocytes

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treatment of diverticulitis

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NPO/liquid diet, high fibre + water diet, abx, surgical resection, no straining, stool softener, anti ach, exercise

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complications of diverticulitis

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perforation, colon vesciula fistula, bowl obstruction

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