Diverticular disease of the colon: A conservative approach works best
2008; Volume: 21; Issue: 6 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1097/01720610-200806000-00088
ISSN0893-7400
Autores Tópico(s)Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
ResumoEARN CATEGORY I CME CREDIT by reading this article and the article beginning on page 22 and successfully completing the posttest on page 54. Successful completion is defined as a cumulative score of at least 70% correct. This material has been reviewed and is approved for 1 hour of clinical Category I (Preapproved) CME credit by the AAPA. The term of approval is for 1 year from the publication date of June 2008. List the risk factors associated with diverticular disease of the colon (DDC) Describe the pathophysiology of diverticular disease Discuss the tests used to diagnose DDC and to develop a differential diagnosis Review medical and surgical therapy for DDC The most effective treatment regimen is antibiotics, fluids, and bowel rest. When surgical intervention is indicated for diverticulitis, a single-stage elective procedure is the preferred method.
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