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Complicated diverticulitis with colovesical fistula and bladder abscess formation in pregnancy: a case report
Shirley Huang1, Jiahua Chen2, Natalie Rivera2
1State University of New York (SUNY), Downstate Health Sciences University (Student), Brooklyn, NY, USA.
Objectives:
Diverticulitis, characterized by inflammation or infection of diverticula, is rarely observed during pregnancy due to its association with elderly patients. Limited literature exists regarding its diagnosis and management in pregnant patients, especially in the setting of complications.
Case Presentation:
This paper presents a case of a 37-year-old multiparous woman diagnosed with complicated diverticulitis, including colovesical fistula and bladder abscess formation.
Conclusions:
This paper highlights the importance of considering diverticulitis in pregnant patients with abdominal pain, the need for timely diagnosis, and the significance of multidisciplinary care.
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