Diverticulitis

Question 1

etiology

Answer 1

micro/macro perforation secondary to trapping of undigested food or bacteria

Question 2

presentation

Answer 2

• LLQ pain and tenderness
• Fever
• N/V, constipation
• stool is heme positive

Question 3

Diagnostic

Answer 3

CT abdomen (study of choice)
leukocytosis
increased CRP

Question 4

Treatment

Answer 4

(Mild)increased dietary fiber
IV abx- Cipro 500 mg BID and Flagyl 500 mg TID

Hospital(moderate to severe)- NPO, IV fluids, broad spectrum abx

Question 5

______________ is contraindicated for 4-6 weeks after an episode if diverticulitis

Answer 5

colonoscopy