Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Appendicitis-I: Introduction01:22

Appendicitis-I: Introduction

700
The appendix, a small, narrow, blind tube extending from the inferior part of the cecum, is widely regarded as a vestigial organ, having lost much of its original function through evolution. Despite its diminished role, the appendix can become inflamed, a condition known as appendicitis.
Etiology: Appendicitis can arise from various causes, primarily rooted in the obstruction of the appendix lumen. Factors contributing to this obstruction include fecal accumulation, lymphoid hyperplasia and, in...
700
Abdominal Regions and Quadrants01:19

Abdominal Regions and Quadrants

12.8K
To promote clear communication, for instance, about the location of a patient's abdominal pain or a suspicious mass, anatomists and clinicians typically use imaginary lines to categorize the abdominopelvic cavity into either four quadrants or nine regions to identify organs in the cavity.
The simpler quadrants approach, which is more commonly used in medicine, subdivides the cavity with one horizontal and one vertical line that intersects at the patient's umbilicus (navel). The four...
12.8K
Inflammatory Bowel Disease I: Ulcerative Colitis01:27

Inflammatory Bowel Disease I: Ulcerative Colitis

358
Introduction
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, encompasses a group of disorders characterized by chronic inflammation or ulceration of the gastrointestinal tract.
Risk Factors
The exact cause of IBD remains unclear, although it is believed to be due to a mix of genetic, environmental, microbial, and immune factors. Genetic factors are significant in determining susceptibility to IBD, with family history being a critical risk factor. Individuals with a first-degree relative who has IBD are at...
358
Inflammatory Bowel Disease II: Crohn's Disease01:30

Inflammatory Bowel Disease II: Crohn's Disease

414
Introduction
Inflammatory bowel disease, commonly known as IBD, refers to a collection of disorders that lead to persistent inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. The two types of IBD are ulcerative colitis, which impacts the colon, and Crohn's disease, which can involve any part of the gastrointestinal segment.
Crohn's disease
Crohn's disease is a chronic, systemic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that predominantly affects the gastrointestinal tract. It is marked by...
414
Appendicitis-II: Diagnostic Studies and Management01:29

Appendicitis-II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

153
Diagnosing and managing appendicitis requires a structured and comprehensive approach that spans from initial assessment to postoperative care. Here is an overview of the process:
Diagnosing Appendicitis
It requires a multifaceted approach, starting with a detailed physical examination to pinpoint the location and nature of the pain and identify any associated symptoms. Laboratory tests play a crucial role. A complete Blood Count (CBC) typically reveals leukocytosis (an increased number of...
153
Chronic Bowel Disorders: Introduction01:17

Chronic Bowel Disorders: Introduction

548
Chronic bowel diseases are a group of long-term conditions affecting the digestive tract, characterized by inflammation and damage to the gut lining. These conditions primarily include irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder affecting the gastrointestinal tract. The distinctive feature is recurrent abdominal pain associated with altered bowel movements, manifesting as constipation, diarrhea, or fluctuating between both. The...
548

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

High rate of immediate and early post-traumatic venous thromboembolism in combat soldiers.

Thrombosis research·2025
Same author

Pre-Operative Radiological Diagnosis of Appendiceal Neuroendocrine Neoplasms: Implications for Conservative Management of Acute Appendicitis.

ANZ journal of surgery·2025
Same author

Low Serum IgG4 in Systemic Sclerosis: Lessons from an Israeli Cohort.

The Israel Medical Association journal : IMAJ·2025
Same author

Poor Compliance to Clinical Guidelines in the Diagnosis of Acute Appendicitis: Insights from a National Survey.

Journal of clinical medicine·2024
Same author

Transcontinental Dissemination of the L2b/D-Da Recombinant Chlamydia trachomatis Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) Strain: Need of Broad Multi-Country Molecular Surveillance.

Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America·2021
Same author

Appendiceal tumor incidence and an in-depth look at appendiceal neuroendocrine neoplasm in a cohort of 8,162 appendectomies: Full dataset.

Data in brief·2020

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Sep 24, 2025

Murine Distal Colostomy, A Novel Model of Diversion Colitis in C57BL/6 Mice
08:20

Murine Distal Colostomy, A Novel Model of Diversion Colitis in C57BL/6 Mice

Published on: July 12, 2018

13.3K

Right-sided diverticulitis in a Western population.

Adi Rov1,2, Anat Ben-Ari3,4, Eyal Barlev3,4

  • 1Department of General Surgery A, Meir Medical Center, Kfar Sava, Israel. adi.rov@clalit.org.il.

International Journal of Colorectal Disease
|May 3, 2022
PubMed
Summary

Right-sided colonic diverticulitis (RCD) is uncommon in Western populations, affecting 10% of patients in this study. Most cases present with right-sided abdominal pain and have a benign clinical course, typically managed conservatively with antibiotics and low recurrence rates.

Keywords:
ComplicationsRecurrenceRight-sided diverticulitisTreatment

More Related Videos

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection
07:06

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection

Published on: December 8, 2014

27.3K
Author Spotlight: Developing a Rat Model for Pouchitis Research and Treatment
04:05

Author Spotlight: Developing a Rat Model for Pouchitis Research and Treatment

Published on: May 31, 2024

503

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Sep 24, 2025

Murine Distal Colostomy, A Novel Model of Diversion Colitis in C57BL/6 Mice
08:20

Murine Distal Colostomy, A Novel Model of Diversion Colitis in C57BL/6 Mice

Published on: July 12, 2018

13.3K
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection
07:06

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection

Published on: December 8, 2014

27.3K
Author Spotlight: Developing a Rat Model for Pouchitis Research and Treatment
04:05

Author Spotlight: Developing a Rat Model for Pouchitis Research and Treatment

Published on: May 31, 2024

503

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Left-sided colonic diverticular disease is prevalent in Western Caucasians.
  • Right-sided colonic disease (RCD) is comparatively rare.
  • Understanding RCD's characteristics is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence rate of RCD.
  • To identify the common symptoms and clinical features of RCD.
  • To analyze treatment strategies and patient outcomes for RCD.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of electronic medical records.
  • Inclusion criteria: patients diagnosed with colonic diverticulitis from January 2014 to June 2019.
  • Data collected included demographics, symptoms, diagnostic methods, treatment, and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • RCD occurred in 10% (99/1000) of diverticulitis patients.
  • The primary symptom was acute right-sided abdominal pain, with the cecum being the most frequent site.
  • Most patients (90.1%) experienced a benign course, treated with IV antibiotics; complications and recurrence rates were low.

Conclusions:

  • RCD incidence is low in Western populations, contrasting with sigmoid diverticulitis.
  • Conservative management with antibiotics is effective, often avoiding surgery.
  • RCD demonstrates low complication and recurrence rates, suggesting a favorable prognosis.