Diverticulosis, Colonic
Diverticulum, Colon
A pouch or sac opening from the COLON.
Diverticulum
Diverticulitis
Inflammation of a DIVERTICULUM or diverticula.
Diverticulosis, Stomach
Diverticulitis, Colonic
Diverticulosis, Esophageal
Barium Sulfate
Colonic Diseases
Pathological processes in the COLON region of the large intestine (INTESTINE, LARGE).
Enema
A solution or compound that is introduced into the RECTUM with the purpose of cleansing the COLON or for diagnostic procedures.
Colon
Flatulence
Colonoscopy
Endoscopic examination, therapy or surgery of the luminal surface of the colon.
Sigmoid Diseases
Pathological processes in the SIGMOID COLON region of the large intestine (INTESTINE, LARGE).
Colonic Polyps
Colonic Neoplasms
Tumors or cancer of the COLON.
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
Peritonitis
INFLAMMATION of the PERITONEUM lining the ABDOMINAL CAVITY as the result of infectious, autoimmune, or chemical processes. Primary peritonitis is due to infection of the PERITONEAL CAVITY via hematogenous or lymphatic spread and without intra-abdominal source. Secondary peritonitis arises from the ABDOMINAL CAVITY itself through RUPTURE or ABSCESS of intra-abdominal organs.
Intestinal Obstruction
Dietary Fiber
Cecum
Arteriovenous Malformations
Abnormal formation of blood vessels that shunt arterial blood directly into veins without passing through the CAPILLARIES. They usually are crooked, dilated, and with thick vessel walls. A common type is the congenital arteriovenous fistula. The lack of blood flow and oxygen in the capillaries can lead to tissue damage in the affected areas.
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of FECES. These symptoms are associated with a variety of causes, including low DIETARY FIBER intake, emotional or nervous disturbances, systemic and structural disorders, drug-induced aggravation, and infections.