Colon Diverticulitis

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (55 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

10

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

25 Jul 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


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Activity Description

Diverticulitis has increased in incidence over the past few decades and represents a significant healthcare burden in Western countries. In the United States, acute diverticulitis is associated with nearly 200,000 hospital admissions and 2.2 billion dollars in healthcare costs annually. Although the prevalence of the disease increases with age, younger adults may also develop the diverticular disease. The management of colonic diverticulitis has changed significantly in recent years. The decision to perform elective sigmoid colectomy in patients who recover from uncomplicated diverticulitis is controversial and requires case-by-case consideration. Surgical treatment is recommended in cases of complicated diverticulitis. This activity reviews the epidemiology, presentation, and treatment of diverticulitis and highlights the interprofessional team's role in caring for affected patients.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the pathophysiology of diverticulitis.

  • Evaluate the differences between complicated versus uncomplicated diverticulitis.

  • Asses the indications for medical versus surgical management of diverticulitis.

  • Communicate the importance of collaboration and intradisciplinary teamwork for providing optimal care to patients with diverticulitis.

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