Question

A 48-year-old immunocompetent patient with uncomplicated left-sided diverticulitis (CT shows mild pericolic fat stranding, no abscess) is stable and tolerating PO. Best outpatient management?

Accepted Answer

Admit all diverticulitis patients for IV therapy

Answer

Mandatory antibiotics for 10 days

Answer

Immediate colonoscopy

Answer

Clear liquid diet only and no follow-up

Answer

No antibiotics; supportive care with selective antibiotics if clinical deterioration

Practice question

A 48-year-old immunocompetent patient with uncomplicated left-sided diverticulitis (CT shows mild pericolic fat stranding, no abscess) is stable and tolerating PO. Best outpatient management?