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Herniated Bladder Diverticulum Through the Obturator Foramen Mimicking Pelvic Lymph Node on FDG-PET: A Case of Avoided Complication During CT-Guided Biopsy Open

Rahul Jain, Alec Dallas, David Mina, Vaiva Gustainyte, Elias Salloum · 2025

Jejunal Diverticulosis Causing Intestinal Obstruction in a Middle-aged Man: a Rare Case Emphasizing Coexistence and Potential Association With Colorectal Carcinoma Open

Hafiz Muhammad Hamza, Muhammad Muiz Malik, Naveed Ullah Khan, Muhammad Daoud Tariq, Ayaz Ahmed Awan , et al. · 2025

Introduction: Jejunal diverticulosis is a rare condition that usually remains asymptomatic but can occasionally lead to serious complications such as obstruction, perforation, or bleeding. Its vague presentation often delays diagnosis. In …

An Acute Abdomen Caused by a Contained Perforation of a Jejunal Diverticulum Open

Cmarková Kristína, Mišánik Miloslav, Slezák Miroslav, Nosakova Lenka, Musová Diana , et al. · 2025

Introduction A diverticulosis of the small bowel is often an incidental finding on imaging modalities or during surgery performed for another indication. Uncomplicated jejuno-ileal diverticulitis may be managed with intravenous antibiotics…

Endoscopic diagnosis of chronic asymptomatic colitis Open

Korotkevich Ag, N. M. Zhilina, O I Bondarev · 2025

The aim of the study was to substantiate the endoscopic diagnosis of chronic asymptomatic colitis (CAC). Material and methods. A continuous retrospective cross-sectional study. 4099 videocolonoscopy protocols and histologic examination res…

Diverticular disease: jejunoileal diverticulosis Open

A. I. Zhdanov, S. G. Brezhnev, A S Smol'yannikova · 2025

This article provides an overview of the current state of the problem of diverticular disease of the small intestine, as well as a clinical case of complicated course of this pathology. Small intestinal diverticula (SID) occur in the popul…

Colon Fistula: A Conditioning Treatment Open

Carlos Alberto Martínez Cordero, Astrid Ortiz-Vargas, Dan Jeerebai Castro Solórzano, Mariana González Valiente, Samuel Abraham Gómez Acevedo , et al. · 2025

Introduction: colon or rectal fistula is a medical/surgical challenge that, with precedents and resilience, is presented as a complication of another real cause and fistula is defined as the path in abnormal communication between one epith…

A Case of Perforated Diverticulitis With Colovaginal Fistula: The Value of Early Diagnostic Strategies Open

American Medical Association 2025, Ju, Diane · 2025

Background Diverticulitis, a common complication of diverticulosis, typically presents with left lower quadrant pain, leukocytosis, and changes in bowel habits. The incidence increases with age and risk factors include obesity, low-fiber, …

Frequency and Predictors of Post-Polypectomy Syndrome in Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Polypectomy Open

Jawad Khan, Rania Hidayat, Bushra Fiaz, Saad Aziz, Muhammad Qasim , et al. · 2025

Background: Post-polypectomy syndrome (PPS) is a recognized complication of endoscopic polypectomy, presenting with abdominal pain, fever, and localized peritoneal irritation in the absence of perforation. Understanding its frequency and r…

Colon capsule endoscopy compared with conventional colonoscopy in patients with colonic diverticulitis: a randomized controlled superiority trial on patient-reported outcomes Open

Camilla Thorndal, Benedicte Schelde‐Olesen, Lasse Kaalby, Ulrik Deding, Maja Mi Thygesen , et al. · 2025

In the Danish health care system, follow-up colonoscopy is standard after a colonic diverticulitis episode in order to exclude malignancy. Colon capsule endoscopy (CCE) is a diagnostic alternative to colonoscopy. This study compared patien…

Etiological Factors in Patients with Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding at a Tertiary Care Hospital of Islamabad Pakistan Open

Ikram Zada, Nazeer Ahmed, Rukhsana Tabassum, Mehdi Naqvi, Savida Ilyas Dar , et al. · 2025

Lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGIB) is a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality worldwide. Its etiology varies based on age, comorbid conditions, and individual risk factors. Objectives: To identify the etiological factors a…

The Silent Gush: When a Jejunal Diverticulum Caused Life-Threatening Hemorrhage Open

Nikhil Batra, Santosh Hazare, Amit Kumar Meena, Amol Sathawane · 2025

Jejunal diverticula are rare anatomical abnormalities of the small intestine, often asymptomatic but capable of presenting with life-threatening gastrointestinal (GI) hemorrhage. Diagnosing obscure GI bleeding (OGIB) becomes particularly c…

Jejunal Diverticulosis Revealed by Acute Intestinal Obstruction: A Case Report and Literature Review Open

Anas El Wassi, Kamal Benzidane, Fadoua Zalarh, Abdelhak Ettaoussi, Khadija Kamal , et al. · 2025

Introduction: Jejunal diverticulosis is a rare and often asymptomatic condition that presents with vague and nonspecific symptoms, making diagnosis challenging. It is an acquired disorder where the mucosa and submucosa herniate through wea…

Relationship of coffee consumption with colonic diverticulosis Open

Osman Çağın Buldukoğlu, Serkan Öcal, Serdar Akça, Galip Egemen Atar, Ferda Akbay Harmandar , et al. · 2025

This study revealed that coffee intake or caffeine intake does not increase the risk of colonic diverticulosis. Further research may explore whether different coffee types have varying effects.

Multiple jejunal diverticulosis, from an anatomical and histological view: A case report Open

P Schmidt, Alexander Perniss, Christina Nassenstein, Hanno Keller, Klaus Deckmann · 2025

BACKGROUND Here, we report a case of jejunal diverticulosis from an anatomical and histological view. During the “Gross Anatomy course,” we found multiple jejunal diverticula along a total length of 208 cm of intestine. CASE SUMMARY After …

Reactivated CMV Proctitis/Anitis Presenting as a Localized Proximal Anal Swelling and Anal Pain in a Diabetic Patient: Case Report and Literature Review Open

Dua Abuquteish, Ayat Al-Oqaily, Lama Bataineh, Bashar Khater · 2025

Background: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) colitis is commonly seen in patients who are immunodeficient or have inflammatory bowel disease. Among the gastrointestinal sites affected by CMV, the colon is the most frequently affected, though rectal i…

Foreign body-induced Colovesical fistula: A case report Open

Fatemeh Shahrahmani, Yasser Asghari, Novin Nikbakhsh, Hamed Salamatfar, Sekineh Kamali Ahangar · 2025

Occult sigmoid–vesical fistula following percutaneous nephrolithotomy in an elderly patient with diverticulosis: A case report and multidisciplinary management approach Open

Jian Yang, Li Zhang, Ke Zeng · 2025

Gastric volvulus and a myriad of anomalies: Asplenia, jejunal diverticulosis and absent colonic attachments: A rare case report Open

M. A. Khan, Muhammad Waqar, Sidra Yousaf, Ayesha Imran · 2025

Gastric volvulus is a rare cause of acute abdomen, and its complexity increases when associated with congenital anomalies. We report an exceptional case of gastric volvulus with perforation in a female patient, which was accompanied by asp…

Acute Midgut Volvulus Due to Intestinal Malrotation and Coexisting Jejunal Diverticulosis in an Elderly Female Open

Akhil Chowdari Ganamani, Suresh Kumar Palanichamy, C. V. Asokan, Riddhima Dubhashi · 2025

Jejunal diverticulosis: complications and management – a case series Open

Elise Betz, Kyra Hofmann, Linus Dubs, Peter Šandera, F Solimene · 2025

Jejunal diverticulosis (JD) is rare (incidence of 0.5%–6%), more common in the elderly, and often asymptomatic. However, complications like diverticulitis, perforation, obstruction and gastrointestinal bleeding pose diagnostic and manageme…

The DIVIPACT cohort profile: Evaluating the impact of colonic diverticulosis on daily life Open

Helene Rask Dalby, Rune Erichsen, Kåre Andersson Gotschalck, Katrine J. Emmertsen · 2025

Aim Colonic diverticulosis is asymptomatic in most subjects but can impact daily life. The DIVIPACT study comprehensively explores the impact of diverticulosis on daily life. The aim of this publication is to introduce the DIVIPACT cohort,…

Are Nuts Safe in Diverticulosis? A Mixed-Methods Systematic Review of Available Evidence Open

Constantinos Voniatis, Timea Csupor, Attila Szíjártó · 2025

Background: Diverticulosis is defined as the presence of diverticula in the intestinal tract. While asymptomatic in most cases, severe complications can arise. The precise etiology of diverticulosis is still being investigated, but its cor…

Management of Colonic Diverticular Disease in the Older Adult Open

Hiep S. Phan, Lisa L. Strate · 2025

Purpose of Review While societal guidelines help direct management of diverticulitis and diverticular bleeding broadly, our review focuses on the latest data for nuanced care of older patients affected by these conditions. Recent Findings …

Aberrant Left Testicular Artery Originating from the Inferior Mesenteric Artery Identified on Angiography in a Patient with Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Case Report Open

Sarah M. Taheri, Connor S. Centner, Rahim H. Shalash, Touqeer Sulehria, Nana Ohene Baah · 2025

Background and Clinical Significance: This case presents a rare variation in mesenteric and pelvic vasculature that holds relevance for endovascular procedures. Limited published cases of the testicular artery arising off the inferior mese…

930 Appendicular Diverticulosis: An Institutional Retrospective Review of a Rare Pathology Open

Aijaz Ahmed, Dennis Amankwah, Sushil Rai, Ashish Lal Shrestha, Anang Pangeni · 2025

Background While sigmoid diverticulosis and more rare right-sided occurrence has been extensively studied, appendicular diverticulosis (AD) is uncharted territory with its clinical significance largely unknown. Limited studies have noted i…

Complicated Diverticular Disease of the Small Bowel: A Rare Cause of Acute Abdomen in a Critically Ill Patient—A Case Report Open

Iván Javier Rodríguez Acosta, Jocelyn Juceth Peralta Pérez, Félix José González Rosero, A. Giraldo, Laura Hurtado Carrillo , et al. · 2025

Diverticular disease of the small bowel is a rare, generally asymptomatic condition with a challenging diagnostic approach and the potential for life-threatening complications. While diverticular disease can manifest in any part of the gas…

Genetic Determinants of Colonic Diverticulosis—A Systematic Review Open

Piotr Nehring, Adam Przybyłkowski · 2025

Background: Colonic diverticulosis is a common condition, particularly in the elderly population. While dietary habits, obesity, smoking, and physical inactivity contribute to its pathogenesis, emerging evidence highlights a genetic predis…

Clinical Yield of Colonoscopy in Evaluation of Young Women with Constipation: An Age- and Gender-Based Analysis Open

Amani Beshara, Avraham Yitzhak, R Guterman, Ruhama Elhayany, Mohammed Khader , et al. · 2025

Background: Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints among women, with a variety of contributing factors. We aimed to assess the role of colonoscopy in evaluating young women with constipation. Methods: A multi-ce…

Perforation of the Sigmoid Colon due to Diverticular Rupture in a Woman With FKBP14 ‐Related Kyphoscoliotic Ehlers‐Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report Open

Malika Foy, Valentin Renault, Fabrice Gillas, Philippe de Mazancourt, Robert Carlier , et al. · 2025

This report highlights that severe manifestations of intestinal fragility can occur in kyphoscoliotic EDS, as already described in vascular EDS.

Appendiceal diverticulitis masked as acute appendicitis Open

Michael John Furey, Mary Elizabeth DeHaven, Mohammed Amer Swid, Richard A. Lopez · 2025

Diverticula of the appendix have been the subject of study since the early 1900s. Appendiceal diverticulitis has varying presentations that can be acute or chronic and has features that differentiate it from classical acute appendicitis. W…