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The risk of complications, such as peritonitis or perforation, is greater during the first episode of diverticulitis, and the risk reduces with each recurrence. People who are immunocompromised have a 5-fold increased risk of recurrence with complications, such as bowel perforation, compared to immunocompetent people.
Hinchey Classification is used to describe perforations of the colon due to diverticulitis.The classification was developed by Dr. E John Hinchey (1934–present), a general surgeon at the Montreal General Hospital and professor of surgery at McGill University.
NSAIDs and Aspirin use – these drugs have been shown to increase risk of diverticular bleeding and diverticulitis complications such as diverticular perforation. [10] Genetics – over 30 susceptibility loci have been identified for diverticular disease, [11] including ARHGAP15, COLQ, and FAM155A. [12]
That contradicts the prevailing thinking that 10% to 25% of people with diverticulosis go on to develop diverticulitis. Tears in the colon leading to bleeding or perforations may occur; intestinal obstruction may occur (constipation or diarrhea does not rule this possibility out); and peritonitis , abscess formation, retroperitoneal fibrosis ...
Gastrointestinal perforation, also known as gastrointestinal rupture, [1] is a hole in the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract is composed of hollow digestive organs leading from the mouth to the anus. [3] Symptoms of gastrointestinal perforation commonly include severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. [2]
Generally, diseases outlined within the ICD-10 codes K55-K63 within Chapter XI: Diseases of the digestive system should be included in this category. Subcategories This category has the following 2 subcategories, out of 2 total.
Perforated diverticulitis often requires surgery due to risks of infection or recurrence. Recurrent diverticulitis may required resection even in the absence of perforation. Bowel resection or repair is typically initiated earlier in patients with signs of infection, the elderly, immunocompromised, and those with severe comorbidities.
Diverticulitis is a common condition with different presentations. Although diverticulitis may be the source of a colonic obstruction, it more commonly causes an ileus, which appears to be a colonic obstruction. [16] Endoscopic means can be used to secure a diagnosis although this may cause a perforation of the inflamed diverticular area.