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di·ver·tic·u·lum D0303100 (dī′vûr-tĭk′yə-ləm)n. pl. di·ver·tic·u·la (-lə) A pouch or sac branching out from a hollow organ or structure, such as the intestine. [New Latin, from Latin dēverticulum, by-path, from dēvertere, to turn aside : dē-, de- + vertere, to turn; see divert.] di′ver·tic′u·lar adj.diverticulum (ˌdaɪvəˈtɪkjʊləm) n, pl -la (-lə) (Pathology) any sac or pouch formed by herniation of the wall of a tubular organ or part, esp the intestines[C16: from New Latin, from Latin dēverticulum by-path, from dēvertere to turn aside, from vertere to turn] ˌdiverˈticular adjdi•ver•tic•u•lum (ˌdaɪ vərˈtɪk yə ləm) n., pl. -la (-lə). a blind, tubular sac or process branching off from a canal or cavity, esp. an abnormal, saclike herniation of the mucosal layer through the muscular wall of the colon. [1640–50; < Latin, variant of dēverticulum byway, tributary, means of escape =dēverti- (comb. form of dēvertere to turn away, divert =dē- de- + vertere to turn) + -culum -cule2] di`ver•tic′u•lar, adj. ThesaurusNoun | 1. | diverticulum - a herniation through the muscular wall of a tubular organ (especially the colon)hernia, herniation - rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudesMeckel's diverticulum - a congenital diverticulum in the ileum resulting from incomplete closure of the yolk sac | TranslationsSee Diverticulum
DiverticulumenUK
diverticulum[‚dī·vər′tik·yə·ləm] (medicine) An abnormal outpocketing or sac on the wall of a hollow organ. Diverticulum a pouch formed by the congenital or acquired protrusion of the wall of a tubular organ in man. Most frequently encountered are diverticula of the esophagus or urinary bladder and more rarely, of the duodenum or stomach. Congenital diverticula are associated with defects in the development of the organ. Acquired diverticula arise as a result of pressure from the organ cavity on its wall, which has been weakened either by a pathological process (trauma, inflammation), or they may result from congenital muscular weakness of the wall (pouch-like protrusion). Diverticula may develop when diseases of neighboring organs result in a pulling on the organ wall by cicatrices and adhesions (funnel-shaped protrusion). After it has entered a diverticulum, the content of an organ is retained there for some time; later the diverticulum is evacuated. The diverticulum gradually stretches and becomes enlarged, and evacuation becomes difficult. The stagnant content irritates the mucous membrane of the diverticulum and becomes infected. Inflammation of the walls of the diverticulum develops—diverticulitis (catarrhal, ulcerative, or phlegmonous; perforation of the diverticulum is possible). A diverticulum of the esophagus may manifest itself by difficulty of food passage and vomiting and a diverticulum of the urinary bladder, by difficulty in urinating. An intestinal diverticulum sometimes causes obstruction. Treatment depends on the site and the course of the illness; in some cases surgery is necessary. diverticulumenUK
diverticulum [di″ver-tik´u-lum] (pl. diverti´cula) (L.) a circumscribed pouch or sac occurring normally or created by herniation of the lining mucous membrane through a defect in the muscular coat of a tubular organ. See illustration.Intestinal diverticula. From Dorland's, 2000.ileal diverticulum Meckel's diverticulum.intestinal diverticulum a pouch or sac formed by hernial protrusion of the mucous membrane through a defect in the muscular coat of the intestine.Meckel's diverticulum an occasional sacculation or appendage of the ileum, derived from an unobliterated yolk stalk.pressure diverticulum (pulsion diverticulum) a sac or pouch formed by hernial protrusion of the mucous membrane through the muscular coat of the esophagus or colon as a result of pressure from within.traction diverticulum a localized distortion, angulation, or funnel-shaped bulging of the esophageal wall, due to adhesions resulting from an external lesion.di·ver·tic·u·lum, pl. di·ver·tic·u·la (dī'vĕr-tik'yū-lŭm, dī'vĕr-tik'yū-lă), [TA] Avoid the incorrect plurals diverticulae and diverticuli.A pouch or sac opening from a tubular or saccular organ, such as the gut or bladder. [L. deverticulum (or di-), a by-road, fr. de-verto, to turn aside] diverticulum (dī′vûr-tĭk′yə-ləm)n. pl. diverticu·la (-lə) A pouch or sac branching out from a hollow organ or structure, such as the intestine. di′ver·tic′u·lar adj.di·ver·tic·u·lum, pl. diverticula (dī'vĕr-tik'yū-lŭm, -lă) [TA] A pouch or sac opening from a tubular or saccular organ, such as the gut or bladder. [L. deverticulum (or di-), a by-road, fr. de-verto, to turn aside]diverticulum (di?ver-tik'u-lum) plural.diverticula [L. devertere, to turn aside] DIVERTICULA OF THE COLONAn outpouching of the walls of a canal or organ. See: illustrationdiverticulum of the colonAn outpocketing of the colon. These may be asymptomatic until they become inflamed. diverticulum of the duodenumA diverticulum commonly located near the entrance of the common bile or pancreatic duct.false diverticulumA diverticulum without a muscular coat in the wall or pouch. This type of diverticulum is acquired. gastric diverticulumA pulsion-type diverticulum usually on the lesser curvature of the esophagogastric junction.diverticulum of the jejunumA diverticulum usually marked by severe pain in the upper abdomen, followed occasionally by a massive hemorrhage from the intestine.Meckel's diverticulum See: Meckel's diverticulumdiverticulum of the stomachA diverticulum of the stomach wall. true diverticulumA diverticulum involving all the coats of muscle in the pouch wall. It is usually congenital. Zenker's diverticulum See: Zenker's diverticulumdiverticulum An out-pouching from, or sac formation on, a hollow organ or structure, such as the bowel. See also DIVERTICULOSIS.diverticulum any sac or pouch formed by herniation of the wall of a tubular organ or part, especially the intestines. Inflammation of a diverticulum leads to DIVERTICULITIS.DiverticulumSmall tubes or pouches that project off the wall of the intestine, visible as opaque on an x ray after the patient has swallowed a contrast (dye) substance.Mentioned in: Bowel Resection, Colostomy, Congenital Bladder Anomalies, PeritonitisPatient discussion about diverticulumQ. How to prevent diverticulitis? I am a 43 year old man. I just had colonoscopy and my Doctor said I have diverticulosis and am at risk in developing diverticulitis. How can I prevent developing diverticulitis?A. You have Diverticulosis, which means you have diverticulas (small pouches) on your digestive system. These diverticula are permanent and will not go away. No treatment has been found to prevent complications of diverticular disease. Diet high in fiber increases stool bulk and prevents constipation, and theoretically may help prevent further diverticular formation or worsening of the diverticular condition. Some doctors recommend avoiding nuts, corn, and seeds which can plug diverticular openings and cause diverticulitis. Whether avoidance of such foods is beneficial is unclear. If you develop unexplained fever, chills or abdominal pain, you should notify your doctor immediately since it could be a complication of diverticulitis. More discussions about diverticulumdiverticulumenUK Related to diverticulum: Meckel's diverticulum, esophageal diverticulum, urethral diverticulum, Zenker's diverticulumWords related to diverticulumnoun a herniation through the muscular wall of a tubular organ (especially the colon)Related Words- hernia
- herniation
- Meckel's diverticulum
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