Characteristics of Abdominal Fluid in Patients With Diverticulitis Hinchey III or IV
Study of Changes in Abdominal Fluid in Connection With Peritonitis. A Descriptive Study in Patients With Purulent or Fecal Peritonitis.
Sahlgrenska University Hospital
50 participants
Sep 21, 2021
OBSERVATIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Perforated diverticulitis of the colon can be complicated by peritonitis, either purulent or fecal. Both are life threatening conditions requiring emergency surgery. The background in terms of reasons for inflammation (diverticulitis) and perforation to develop is unknown. In this study we focus on specific changes associated with inflammation, both in tissues and of fecal and mucosal microbiota.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Signs of perforated diverticulitis with peritonitis and decision to perform emergency surgery (Group I)
- Signs of acute diverticulitis and no decision of emergency surgery (Group II)
- Patients with colorectal cancer planned for elective surgery (Group III)
Exclusion Criteria2
- No surgery performed (Group I and III)
- Withdrawn consent (any group)
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NCT04427891