The condition in which a diverticula is either eroded by pressure or faecal matter becomes trapped, leading to infection is referred to as:
a. peritonitis.
b. Crohn's disease.
c. diverticulitis.
d. choledocholithiasis.
c
Diverticulitis occurs when a diverticula is either eroded
by pressure or faecal matter becomes trapped leading to infection. The damage can range from mild to severe. Perforation
can occur, allowing bowel matter to leak into the abdomen,
causing abscess formation.
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