JOURNAL ARTICLE

Diverticular disease, diverticulitis and the impact on continence.

  • Published In: British Journal of Nursing, 2023, v. 32, n. 4. P. 168 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bradshaw, Ellie 3 of 3

Abstract

Diverticulosis and the subsequent progression to diverticular disease and diverticulitis is becoming more prevalent in western countries. The cause for this progression is not known. Diverticulitis is a significant health burden – both financially to healthcare systems, and to the patients it affects in terms of morbidity. There is a dearth of research pertaining to diverticulitis and its impact on continence. This article examines the parallels between irritable bowel syndrome and diverticular disease, which have many symptom similarities, the overlap between the conditions, and the impact on continence. Current studies regarding the role of fibre in managing diverticular disease are also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:British Journal of Nursing. 2023/02, Vol. 32, Issue 4, p168
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Complementary and Alternative Medicine
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0966-0461
  • DOI:10.12968/bjon.2023.32.4.168
  • Accession Number:162089421
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