Treatment of Left-Sided Colonic Diverticulitis

Patient Guideline Summary

Publication Date: June 1, 2020
Last Updated: March 3, 2023

Objective

Objective

This patient summary means to discuss key recommendations from the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) for the treatment of left-sided colonic diverticulitis. It is limited to adults 18 years of age and older and should not be used as a reference for children.