Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

20% of patients with Diverticular disease will experience _____

Diverticulum formation is caused by a _____ diet

What investigations must be AVOIDED in acute diverticulitis? _____

Hint: 2

What is the management of moderate to severe diverticulitis? _____

What investigation of choice in diverticulitis? _____

What classification criteria is used for acute diverticulitis? _____

Diverticula most commonly forms in the _____ thus presenting with lower abdominal (mostly left-sided) pain

On palpation of diverticulitis there is _____

Rifampin _____ cytochrome p450

Hint: induces or inhibits

Diverticular disease can present with _____, altered bowel habit, & bloating