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Perforated diverticulitis after surgery.

A J Voitk1, R A Mustard

  • 1Department of Surgery, Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Ont.

Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
|September 1, 1989
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Perforated sigmoid diverticulum can occur after surgery, sometimes masked by the postoperative state. Clinicians should consider this possibility in unexplained postoperative collapse to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Sigmoid diverticulosis is a common condition, and complications like perforation can occur.
  • Postoperative complications can present with non-specific symptoms, potentially masking other underlying issues.

Observation:

  • Three patients developed perforated sigmoid diverticulum following unrelated surgical procedures.
  • The presentation of diverticular perforation can be obscured, especially when occurring shortly after major abdominal surgery.

Findings:

  • Unexplained postoperative collapse may indicate a perforated sigmoid diverticulum.
  • While these cases suggest a potential link, a direct causal relationship between surgery and diverticular perforation remains unestablished.

Implications:

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  • Increased clinical awareness of sigmoid diverticular perforation is crucial for diagnosing unexplained postoperative collapse.
  • Further research is needed to explore any potential association between surgical procedures and the risk of diverticular perforation.