Publications by authors named "Miraen Kiandee"
Article Synopsis
- The prevalence of diverticulosis and acute diverticulitis is rising in developed countries, with mild cases often manageable in primary care settings to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.
- A study evaluated the management of suspected diverticulitis in primary care by analyzing consultations from 2017-2019, revealing that a significant portion of patients did not receive timely follow-up or proper antibiotic treatment as per NICE guidelines.
- Only a small percentage of patients required hospital admission after primary care management, highlighting the need for improved adherence to established standards, particularly in antibiotic prescribing.
