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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery

Background:

  • Colonoscopy is a common diagnostic procedure with a low risk of complications.
  • Diverticulitis is an inflammation of diverticula, commonly occurring in the colon.

Observation:

  • Two cases of postcolonoscopy diverticulitis (PCD) are presented in women with extensive diverticulosis (DICA score ≥2) but no active inflammation prior to colonoscopy.
  • Both patients developed acute sigmoid diverticulitis after undergoing colonoscopy, with one experiencing a recurrent episode.

Findings:

  • Postcolonoscopy diverticulitis is a rare complication, with a reported prevalence of 0.04%-0.08%.
  • The pathogenesis of PCD remains unclear, but extensive diverticulosis (DICA score ≥2) may be a risk factor.
  • Conservative management with antibiotics was effective in both presented cases.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider PCD in the differential diagnosis of post-colonoscopy complications.
  • Early recognition and appropriate management of PCD are essential for patient recovery.
  • Further research into the pathogenesis and risk factors of PCD is warranted.