Appendix, Gallbladder and Surgical Emergencies · 6 January 2026

Updated Guidelines for Diverticular Disease Management

Surgeons need to know how the new consensus on diverticular disease can improve patient outcomes and surgical decision-making.

20-25% of those with colonic diverticulosis may develop symptoms.
High dietary fiber intake is protective, while smoking and certain medications increase risk.

Consider individualized elective surgery focused on quality of life, not just symptom episodes.

Routine antibiotics are not recommended for acute uncomplicated diverticulitis.

Journal Article by Tursi A, Brandimarte G (…) Scarpignato C et 29 al. in Gut

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