Diverticulitis overview

A diverticulum is a sac-like protrusion of the colonic wall.
Diverticulosis merely describes the presence of diverticula.
Acute diverticulitis is defined as inflammation, generally considered to be due to microperforation of a diverticulum.
Complicated diverticulitis is defined as diverticulitis with one of the following associated complications: bowel obstruction, abscess, fistula, or perforation.
Simple or uncomplicated diverticulitis is defined as acute diverticulitis without an associated complication.

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