Diverticular Disease: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach

Diverticular disease is a common gastrointestinal condition that primarily affects the colon. It is characterized by the presence of small pouches or diverticula in the wall of the colon. Although diverticular disease can affect people of different ages, it is more prevalent as we age. Understanding this disease's epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment is essential to provide optimal management to patients. Continued research in this field is needed to improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment options, to reduce the burden of diverticular disease and improve patients' quality of life