Ambulatory management of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AmbUDiv study): a multicentre, propensity score matching study.

Introduction: Recent studies have suggested that ambulatory management is feasible for acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD); however, there is still no consensus regarding the most appropriate management settings. This study presents a multi-centre experience of managing patients presenting with AUD, specifically focusing on clinical outcomes and comparing ambulatory treatment with in-patient management.

Methods: A retrospective multi-centre study was conducted across four hospitals in the UK and included all adult patients with computed tomography (CT) confirmed (Hinchey grade 1a) acute diverticulitis over a 12-month period (January - December 2022).

Enterocolic Lymphocytic Phlebitis Masquerading as a Malignant Stricture in the Caecum: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Enterocolic lymphocytic phlebitis (ELP) is an idiopathic form of venous inflammation that is limited to the gastrointestinal tract. It is characterised by inflammation of the veins with no involvement of the arteries. Usually, it presents with gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, and imaging may suggest malignancy.

Lessons to Learn From 36 Cases of Well-Leg Compartment Syndrome in Colorectal Surgery: A Systematic Literature Review.

Well-leg compartment syndrome is a rare and severe complication that occurs after prolonged surgery in the lithotomy position. This review outlines the presentation, diagnosis, and management of well-leg compartment syndrome after colorectal surgery. A comprehensive and systematic search of various electronic databases was conducted.

Spontaneous Right-Sided Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Rare Cause of Small Bowel Obstruction.

Diaphragmatic hernia (DH) is an uncommon cause of small bowel obstruction (SBO), particularly in the absence of trauma. This rarity can pose a diagnostic challenge, leading to significant delays in treatment and increased morbidity. We report a case of a 79-year-old male patient who presented with acute signs of small bowel obstruction.

Epiploic Appendagitis in an Incarcerated Inguinal Hernia: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Epiploic appendagitis (EA) is a rare and frequently overlooked cause of abdominal pain. EA within the sigmoid colon in a right-sided inguinal hernia is a rare entity with only a few cases reported. In this article, we present a case of an 80-year-old male with a palpable mass within an incarcerated right inguinal hernia.

Hemorrhoidal Artery Ligation Operations-Recto-Anal Repair (HALO-RAR) Procedure for Recurrent Haemorrhoids: Excellent Patient Satisfaction.

Background Haemorrhoid is the most common anal canal disease. Treatments may vary from non-invasive to invasive depending on the symptoms. Haemorrhoidectomy has been widely used.

An Unusual Form of a Trichobezoar Causing a Peculiar Case of Appendicitis: A Case of Rapunzel Syndrome.

Rapunzel syndrome is an extremely rare intestinal condition stemming from trichophagia (compulsive ingestion of hair). The syndrome usually causes intestinal obstruction but we report a unique case where it has caused appendicitis. We also reviewed the existing literature on Rapunzel syndrome.

When DVT turns into surgical catastrophe: undiagnosed case of May-Thurner syndrome leading to retroperitoneal haematoma and fatal bleeding.

May-Thurner syndrome (MTS) is an unusual cause of deep venous thrombosis; even rarer is the spontaneous rupture of collaterals around the thrombosed common iliac vein due to MTS. We present a case of MTS which presented with left leg swelling and abdominal mass due to retroperitoneal haemorrhage.