A 46-year-old with uncomplicated diverticulitis (CT-confirmed; no abscess, no peritonitis) is stable and tolerating PO. According to AGA...

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A 46-year-old with uncomplicated diverticulitis (CT-confirmed; no abscess, no peritonitis) is stable and tolerating PO. According to AGA

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No antibiotics with close follow-up in selected immunocompetent patients

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no peritonitis) is stable and tolerating PO. According to AGA

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outpatient management should include:

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Routine broad-spectrum antibiotics for all

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Immediate surgical consultation

moderate MCQ (SBA): Diverticulitis