Consider More Conservative Strategies When Treating Acute Diverticulitis

December 2019

Hospital admissions for acute diverticulitis are on the rise.

Be ready with the latest thinking about treatment strategies.

Diet. Expect to see NPO orders in more critically ill patients, such as those with severe pain...hemodynamic instability...or larger abscesses that may require surgical or interventional procedures.

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Consider More Conservative Strategies When Treating Acute Diverticulitis

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