Illustration of the colon and an enlargement of it showing diverticula

Description

Drawing of the colon and an enlargement of it showing diverticula.

Alternate Text

Drawing of the colon and an enlargement of it showing diverticula.

Caption

Diverticular disease is a condition that occurs when a person has problems from small pouches, or sacs, that have formed and pushed outward through weak spots in the colon wall.

Diseases or Conditions

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