Gastroenterology · UKMLA & AKT
Diverticulosis and symptomatic uncomplicated diverticular disease
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- Diverticulosis - asymptomatic diverticula (incidental finding); no treatment needed beyond lifestyle advice
- SUDD (symptomatic uncomplicated diverticular disease) - chronic symptoms without active inflammation; managed conservatively
- Strongly age-related - uncommon <40 years; majority of people >70 affected in Western countries; low-fibre diet is the key risk factor
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