A 58-year-old with recurrent uncomplicated diverticulitis managed as outpatient asks about antibiotics. Afebrile, tolerating PO. Best recommendation?...

Question

A 58-year-old with recurrent uncomplicated diverticulitis managed as outpatient asks about antibiotics. Afebrile, tolerating PO. Best recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Selective use of antibiotics; may forgo antibiotics if mild uncomplicated

Answer

Routine antibiotics for all patients for 10-14 days

Answer

Hospitalize for IV antibiotics

Answer

Colonoscopy immediately during acute episode

Answer

Start chronic rifaximin prophylaxis

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Diverticulitis