How does laparoscopic surgery compare with open surgery for elective procedures in patients with diverticulitis? The investigators conducted a randomized trial that compared the results of 54 patients ...

Elective sigmoid resection for patients with recurrent, complicated, or persistent painful diverticulitis yielded a better quality of life and prevented recurrences compared with nonsurgical ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I’ve had diverticulitis repeatedly since 2016. It’s been bad enough 10 times (with belly pain and fever) that I was given antibiotics. I’ve had it at least that many more times where I ...

(Reuters) -Serious cases of a disorder of the large intestine are surging among Americans younger than 50, researchers say. Analyzing data on more than 5.2 million adults hospitalized for ...

Diverticulitis flare-ups can cause sudden abdominal pain, fever, and constipation or diarrhea, and may lead to serious complications if untreated. Lifestyle changes like eating more fiber, exercising, ...

Pope Francis has "reacted well" after undergoing surgery Sunday for colon diverticulitis, according to the Vatican. "The Holy Father reacted well to the surgery carried out under general anesthesia," ...