Diverticulosis

diverticulosis /di·ver·tic·u·lo·sis/ (-lo´sis) the presence of diverticula in the absence of inflammation.

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di·ver·tic·u·lo·sis (dvûr-tky-lss)

n.

A condition characterized by the presence of numerous diverticula in the colon.

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Diverticulosis

A condition where pouchlike sections that bulge through the large intestine's muscular walls but are not inflamed occur. They may cause bleeding, stomach distress, and excess gas.

Mentioned in: Antigas Agents, Colonoscopy

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diverticulosis,

n colon disorder in which small, saclike herniations appear mainly in the sigmoid colon. Occurs in people over the age 50 and is linked to low-fiber diets; can lead to diverticulitis.

Diverticulosis.

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diverticulosis

the presence of diverticula in the absence of inflammation. See diverticulitis.

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diverticulosis The presence of multiple diverticula in the colon which, if inflamed/infected, is termed diverticulitis Clinical Sx, if present, include abdominal colic, constipation, diarrhea, bloating Diagnosis Colonoscopy, CT of abdomen Management High fiber diets may delay progression of diverticulosis or diverticulitis