Colonic diverticulitis is a painful gastrointestinal disease that recurs unpredictably and can
lead to chronic gastrointestinal symptoms. Gastroenterologists commonly care for patients …

Background Robotics represents the most technologically advanced approach in minimally
invasive surgery (MIS). Its application in general surgery has increased progressively, with …

There is a clear need for simple resources to improve the quality of antibiotic prescribing
globally. The AWaRe book was designed as a tool to make the antibiotics section of the …

Acute left colonic diverticulitis (ALCD) in the elderly presents with unique epidemiological
features when compared with younger patients. The clinical presentation is more nuanced in …

Background Laparoscopy is widely adopted across nearly all surgical subspecialties in the
elective setting. Initially finding indication in minor abdominal emergencies, it has gradually …

Perforated diverticulitis is an emergent clinical condition and its management is challenging
and still debated. The aim of this position paper was to critically review the available …

Left sided colonic diverticulitis is a common and costly gastrointestinal disease in Western
countries, characterized by acute onset of often severe abdominal pain. Imaging is …

Importance Both elective sigmoid resection and conservative treatment are options for
patients with recurrent, complicated, or persistent painful diverticulitis; understanding …

A laparoscopic approach is suggested with the highest grade of recommendation for acute
cholecystitis, perforated gastroduodenal ulcers, acute appendicitis, gynaecological …

Acute diverticulitis is one of the leading gastrointestinal causes for hospitalization. The
incidence of acute diverticulitis has been increasing in recent years, especially in patients …