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(K57.4) Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
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7 894 796 in individuals diagnosis diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess confirmed
158 425 deaths with diagnosis diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
2% mortality rate associated with the disease diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
Diagnosis diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess is diagnosed Women are 20.06% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
44 017 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
114 408 (2.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-14
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-95+
Disease Features diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
Absence or low individual and public risk
Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess - what does this mean
Diverticular disease of both the small and large intestine with perforation and abscess is caused by the weakening of the intestinal wall due to age-related changes, leading to the formation of diverticula (pouches) in the intestinal wall. over time, these diverticula can become inflamed, leading to infection and perforation of the intestinal wall, resulting in the formation of an abscess.
What happens during the disease - diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess is a condition caused by a combination of factors such as aging, low-fiber diets, and increased intraluminal pressure. it is characterized by the formation of diverticula, which are small pouches that form in the wall of the intestine due to increased pressure. these diverticula can become inflamed, leading to pain, and can sometimes rupture, leading to perforation and abscess formation. this can lead to infection, further inflammation, and other complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Imaging tests such as X-ray, CT scan, MRI, and ultrasound
- Colonoscopy
- Barium enema
- Stool culture
- Blood tests
- Abdominal CT scan
- Peritoneal fluid culture
- Surgical exploration
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation and pain, prevent further infection and promote healing.
- Prescribing antibiotics to reduce infection
- Prescribing anti-inflammatory medications
- Prescribing laxatives to help with constipation
- Prescribing stool softeners to help with bowel movements
- Recommending a high-fiber diet
- Recommending a low-fat diet
- Recommending plenty of fluids
- Recommending regular exercise
- Recommending stress reduction techniques
- Performing surgery to remove the affected section of the intestine
- Performing surgery to drain the abscess
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess - Prevention
The best way to prevent diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess is to maintain a healthy diet that is high in fiber, maintain a healthy weight, and exercise regularly. additionally, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can help reduce the risk of developing this condition.