Diverticulum and Diverticulitis Overview

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What is the main difference between true diverticula and pseudo diverticula?

True diverticula cause constipation, while pseudo diverticula cause diarrhea.

True diverticula involve herniations of all layers of the G.I. wall, while pseudo diverticula involve herniations only in the mucosa and submucosal layer. (correct)

True diverticula are symptomatic, while pseudo diverticula are asymptomatic.

True diverticula are more common in the colon, while pseudo diverticula are more common in the small intestine.

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for diverticular disease?

Rapid colonic transit time (correct)

Low-fiber diet

Family history

High intake of red meat

What is one of the complications associated with diverticular disease?

Brain hemorrhage

Skin rash

Lung infection

Peritonitis (correct)

How might diverticular disease patients typically present with pain?

In the left lower quadrant Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic procedure allows visualization of the diverticular disease?

Colonoscopy Signup and view all the answers

What type of fistula can occur in diverticular disease between the colon and urinary bladder?

Colovesicular Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic procedure is contraindicated in patients with diverticular disease due to the risk of perforation?

Barium enema Signup and view all the answers

Which laboratory test is typically performed if a patient with diverticular disease presents with frank blood in the stool?

HgB Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of administering opioids to patients with diverticular disease?

To relieve pain Signup and view all the answers

Which surgical procedure involves resecting the affected area and joining the remaining bowel end to end in patients with diverticular disease?

One-stage resection Signup and view all the answers

Which classification system can guide healthcare providers in determining treatment for diverticular disease?

IRIS Modified Hinchey Classification System Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of NG suctioning in hospitalized patients with significant symptoms of diverticular disease?

To rest the bowel Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for avoiding blind insertion of a nasogastric tube postoperatively?

To prevent perforation Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical manifestation is specifically related to irritation of the trachea and aspiration in diverticular disease?

Coughing Signup and view all the answers

Why is esophagoscopy contraindicated in diverticular disease diagnosis?

To avoid perforation of the diverticulum Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure involves dissecting only the cricopharyngeal muscle without changing the pouch sac in diverticular disease management?

Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for avoiding trauma to the carotid artery and internal jugular veins during endoscopic septostomy?

Because the surgical site is adjacent to major arteries Signup and view all the answers

What manifestation might a patient experience due to food pouch becoming full with food or liquid in diverticular disease?

Fullness in the neck Signup and view all the answers

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