Diverticulum Collection

Diverticulitis in the descending colon region of the human intestine
Illustration of diverticulitis in the descending colon region of the human intestine. Diverticulitis is a common digestive desease of the intestines

Illustration of diverticulosis in the colon. Diverticulitis is a common digestive disease which involves the formation of pouches (diverticula) within the bowel wall

Illustration of diverticulum
Medicine: Human anatomy, diverticulum. Drawing

Colon cancer, barium X-ray C018 / 0574
Colon cancer. Coloured X-ray of the large intestine of a 62 year old patient with cancer of the sigmoid colon. The patient was given a barium enema prior to the X-ray to show up any abnormalities

Diverticulum of the duodenum C016 / 8320
Diverticulum of the duodenum. Endoscope view of a diverticulum in the wall of the descending part of the duodenum - the first section of the small intestine

Diverticulitis C017 / 8015
Diverticulitis. X-ray of the colon of a patient with diverticulitis. A diverticulum is a small pouch-like structure that protrudes out of weak spots in the intestinal wall

Diverticulitis C017 / 8014
Diverticulitis. X-ray of the colon of a patient with diverticulitis. A diverticulum is a small pouch-like structure that protrudes out of weak spots in the intestinal wall

Diverticulitis C017 / 7835
Diverticulitis. X-ray of the colon of a patient with diverticulitis. A diverticulum is a small pouch-like structure that protrudes out of weak spots in the intestinal wall

Liver fluke, transverse section
Liver fluke. Light micrograph of a transverse section through the anterior half of a liver fluke (Fasciola hepatica), a hermaphrodite tremotode worm and endoparasite that infects sheep

Diverticular disease, X-ray
Diverticular disease, coloured X-ray. This illness is also known as diverticulitis or CDD (colonic diverticular disease). This is a double-contrast X-ray

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Diverticulum, a common condition affecting the human intestine, specifically in the descending colon region, and is characterized by the presence of diverticulosis, illustrated as small pouches forming along the colon wall. These pouches can become inflamed and infected, leading to diverticulitis. The illustrations vividly depict diverticulosis in the colon, showcasing these abnormal pockets that develop over time. Furthermore, they highlight how diverticular disease can be diagnosed through X-ray imaging. It's essential to differentiate between diverticulum and other gastrointestinal issues like colon cancer or liver fluke infection. A barium X-ray helps identify potential complications associated with these conditions. Not limited to the large intestine alone, diverticula can also occur in other areas such as the duodenum. This illustration demonstrates a specific case of duodenal diverticulum. Diverticulitis is an inflammation of these pouches and can cause severe pain and discomfort for individuals affected by this condition. The images provide visual insight into what happens during an episode of acute diverticulitis. Managing this condition requires proper medical attention and lifestyle modifications such as dietary changes and increased fiber intake. Early detection plays a crucial role in preventing complications associated with advanced stages of diverticular disease.