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- Diverticulitis is an inflammation of the colon that can cause serious issues like perforation and abscess; a case of a 42-year-old female with chronic kidney disease illustrates this danger.
- Initial assessments showed high white blood cell counts and elevated creatinine levels, while a CT scan suggested perforated diverticulitis, leading to an urgent surgical procedure.
- Post-surgery, the patient faced complications that required further interventions, highlighting the importance of CT imaging for diagnosis and monitoring, along with ongoing care such as colonoscopies and dietary changes to manage her condition effectively.
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