AI Article Synopsis
- Diverticular hemorrhage is a leading cause of lower GI bleeding in Western countries.
- Most cases tend to resolve on their own, but about 20% of patients may need medical intervention.
- The text reviews different diagnostic and treatment methods for managing diverticular hemorrhage.
Article Abstract
Diverticular hemorrhage is the most common cause of lower gastrointestinal bleeding in Westernized cultures. Fortunately, the majority of diverticular bleeds will spontaneously resolve; however, 20% of patients will require therapeutic interventions to obtain hemostasis. The diagnostic and therapeutic options for the management of diverticular hemorrhage are discussed.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2780263 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0029-1236163 | DOI Listing |
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