| Literature DB >> 29132526 |
Abstract
Almost all gastrointestinal tract diverticula require no intervention if they are asymptomatic. There is no clear diagnostic modality of choice for diagnosis and surveillance of diverticulum. Medical treatment should be attempted before surgical intervention because significant morbidity is may be associated with resection.Entities:
Keywords: Colon; Diverticular Bleeding; Diverticular disease; Diverticulosis; Esophagus; Gastrointestinal tract; Small Intestine; Stomach
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Year: 2017 PMID: 29132526 DOI: 10.1016/j.pop.2017.07.007
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Prim Care ISSN: 0095-4543 Impact factor: 2.907