What is Diverticulitis?
10. Surgery
In some cases, it may be necessary to drain any abscesses, and this is usually done by inserting a tube. Other surgical procedures may also be performed if medication is not working, or if the patient has medical conditions that can cause other complications. Perforations and fistulas may also need to be repaired.
A primary bowel resection may be performed, which involves removing the parts that are badly infected and/or damaged. Another potential treatment is a bowel resection with colostomy, which involves attaching a bag for waste to pass into. The bag will often be removed when the condition has improved.
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