Question

A 64-year-old presents with left-sided abdominal pain and episodic rectal bleeding. CT shows diverticula in the sigmoid colon. Which measure most effectively prevents future symptomatic episodes?

Accepted Answer

High-fibre diet and adequate hydration

Answer

Long-term antibiotic prophylaxis

Answer

Regular colonoscopic surveillance

Answer

Elective surgical resection

Answer

Avoiding NSAIDs

Practice question

A 64-year-old presents with left-sided abdominal pain and episodic rectal bleeding. CT shows diverticula in the sigmoid colon. Which measure most effectively prevents future symptomatic episodes?