Question 66 · LEK · Colonic diverticula
Which of the following is necessary in uncomplicated diverticulosis?
- A. outpatient treatment with the use of a diet rich in fiber, rifaximin and antispasmodic drugs.
- B. hospitalization which is absolutely necessary but it can go on in the internal medicine ward, intravenous antibiotic therapy.
- C. urgent colonoscopy and making decision on the necessity and the type of treatment on the basis of endoscopic examination results.
- D. outpatient treatment with the use of amoxicillin and metronidazol given orally.
- E. indispensable hospitalization in the surgical ward, intravenous antibiotic therapy and observation because of the risk of diverticular perforation.
Hint
Distinguish uncomplicated diverticular disease from acute or complicated diverticulitis when choosing the setting and intensity of treatment.
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