1
|
Schoffelen T, Papan C, Carrara E, Eljaaly K, Paul M, Keuleyan E, Martin Quirós A, Peiffer-Smadja N, Palos C, May L, Pulia M, Beovic B, Batard E, Resman F, Hulscher M, Schouten J. European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID) guidelines for Antimicrobial Stewardship in Emergency Departments (endorsed by European Association of Hospital Pharmacists). Clin Microbiol Infect 2024:S1198-743X(24)00251-9. [PMID: 39029872 DOI: 10.1016/j.cmi.2024.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 05/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/21/2024]
Abstract
SCOPE This ESCMID guideline provides evidence-based recommendations to support a selection of appropriate antibiotic use practices for patients seen in the emergency department (ED) and guidance for their implementation. The topics addressed in this guideline are: 1) Do biomarkers or rapid pathogen tests improve antibiotic prescribing and/or clinical outcomes? 2) Does taking blood cultures in common infectious syndromes improve antibiotic prescribing and/or clinical outcomes? 3) Does watchful waiting without antibacterial therapy or with delayed antibiotic prescribing reduce antibiotic prescribing without worsening clinical outcomes in patients with specific infectious syndromes? 4) Do structured culture follow-up programs in patients discharged from the ED with cultures pending improve antibiotic prescribing? METHODS An expert panel was convened by ESCMID and the guideline chair. The panel selected in consensus the four most relevant AMS topics according to pre-defined relevance criteria. For each main question for the four topics, a systematic review was performed, including randomized controlled trials and observational studies. Both clinical outcomes as well as stewardship process outcomes related to antibiotic use were deemed relevant. The literature searches were conducted between May 2021 and March 2022. In April 2022, the panel members were formally asked to suggest additional studies that were not identified in the initial searches. Data were summarized in a meta-analysis if possible or otherwise summarized narratively. The certainty of the evidence was classified according to the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) criteria. The guideline panel reviewed the evidence per topic critically appraising the evidence and formulated recommendations through a consensus-based process. The strength of the recommendations was classified as strong or weak. To substantiate the implementation process, implementation trials or observational studies describing facilitators/barriers for implementation were identified from the same searches and were summarized narratively. RECOMMENDATIONS The recommendations on the use of biomarkers and rapid pathogen diagnostic tests focus on the initiation of antibiotics in patients admitted through the ED. Their effect on the discontinuation or de-escalation of antibiotics during hospital stay was not reported, neither was their effect on hospital infection prevention and control practices. The recommendations on watchful waiting (i.e., withholding antibiotics with some form of follow-up) focus on specific infectious syndromes for which the primary care literature was also included. The recommendations on blood cultures focus on the indication in three common infectious syndromes in the ED explicitly excluding patients with sepsis or septic shock. Most recommendations are based on very-low- and low-certainty of evidence, leading to weak recommendations or, when no evidence was available, to best practice statements. Implementation of these recommendations needs to be adapted to the specific settings and circumstances of the ED. The scarcity of high-quality studies in the area of antimicrobial stewardship in the ED highlights the need for future research in this field.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Teske Schoffelen
- Radboud Center for Infectious Diseases, Radboud university medical center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands; Department of Internal Medicine, Radboud university medical center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.
| | - Cihan Papan
- Institute for Hygiene and Public Health, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany; Centre for Infectious Diseases, Institute of Medical Microbiology and Hygiene, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany
| | - Elena Carrara
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Diagnostic and Public Health, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
| | - Khalid Eljaaly
- Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Mical Paul
- Infectious Diseases, Rambam Health Care Campus, Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
| | - Emma Keuleyan
- Department of Clinical Microbiology and Virology, University Hospital Lozenetz, Sofia, Bulgaria; Ministry of Health, Sofia, Bulgaria
| | | | - Nathan Peiffer-Smadja
- Infectious Diseases Department, Bichat-Claude Bernard Hospital, Assistance-Publique Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France; Université Paris Cité, INSERM, IAME, F-75018 Paris, France; National Institute for Health Research, Health Protection Research Unit in Healthcare Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance, Imperial College London, London, UK
| | - Carlos Palos
- Hospital da Luz, Infection Control and Antimicrobial Resistance Committee, Lisbon, Portugal
| | - Larissa May
- University of California Davis, Department of Emergency Medicine, Sacramento, CA, USA
| | - Michael Pulia
- BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin, USA
| | - Bojana Beovic
- Faculty of Medicine, University Medical Centre Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
| | - Eric Batard
- Emergency Department, CHU Nantes, Nantes, France; Cibles et médicaments des infections et du cancer, IICiMed UR1155, Nantes Université, Nantes, France
| | - Fredrik Resman
- Clinical Infection Medicine, Department of Translational Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
| | - Marlies Hulscher
- IQ Health science department, Radboud university medical center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
| | - Jeroen Schouten
- Radboud Center for Infectious Diseases, Radboud university medical center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands; Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Radboud university medical center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Kodadek LM, Davis KA. Current diagnosis and management of acute colonic diverticulitis: What you need to know. J Trauma Acute Care Surg 2024; 97:1-10. [PMID: 38509056 DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000004304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
Abstract
ABSTRACT Acute colonic diverticulitis is a common disease treated by acute care surgeons. Acute uncomplicated colonic diverticulitis involves thickening of the colon wall with inflammatory changes and less commonly requires the expertise of a surgeon; many cases may be treated as an outpatient with or without antibiotics. Complicated diverticulitis involves phlegmon, abscess, peritonitis, obstruction, stricture, and/or fistula and usually requires inpatient hospital admission, treatment with antibiotics, and consideration for intervention including operative management. This review will discuss what the acute care surgeon needs to know about diagnosis and management of acute colonic diverticulitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lisa M Kodadek
- From the Division of General Surgery, Trauma and Surgical Critical Care, Department of Surgery, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut
| | | |
Collapse
|
3
|
Sartelli M, Tascini C, Coccolini F, Dellai F, Ansaloni L, Antonelli M, Bartoletti M, Bassetti M, Boncagni F, Carlini M, Cattelan AM, Cavaliere A, Ceresoli M, Cipriano A, Cortegiani A, Cortese F, Cristini F, Cucinotta E, Dalfino L, De Pascale G, De Rosa FG, Falcone M, Forfori F, Fugazzola P, Gatti M, Gentile I, Ghiadoni L, Giannella M, Giarratano A, Giordano A, Girardis M, Mastroianni C, Monti G, Montori G, Palmieri M, Pani M, Paolillo C, Parini D, Parruti G, Pasero D, Pea F, Peghin M, Petrosillo N, Podda M, Rizzo C, Rossolini GM, Russo A, Scoccia L, Sganga G, Signorini L, Stefani S, Tumbarello M, Tumietto F, Valentino M, Venditti M, Viaggi B, Vivaldi F, Zaghi C, Labricciosa FM, Abu-Zidan F, Catena F, Viale P. Management of intra-abdominal infections: recommendations by the Italian council for the optimization of antimicrobial use. World J Emerg Surg 2024; 19:23. [PMID: 38851757 PMCID: PMC11162065 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-024-00551-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024] Open
Abstract
Intra-abdominal infections (IAIs) are common surgical emergencies and are an important cause of morbidity and mortality in hospital settings, particularly if poorly managed. The cornerstones of effective IAIs management include early diagnosis, adequate source control, appropriate antimicrobial therapy, and early physiologic stabilization using intravenous fluids and vasopressor agents in critically ill patients. Adequate empiric antimicrobial therapy in patients with IAIs is of paramount importance because inappropriate antimicrobial therapy is associated with poor outcomes. Optimizing antimicrobial prescriptions improves treatment effectiveness, increases patients' safety, and minimizes the risk of opportunistic infections (such as Clostridioides difficile) and antimicrobial resistance selection. The growing emergence of multi-drug resistant organisms has caused an impending crisis with alarming implications, especially regarding Gram-negative bacteria. The Multidisciplinary and Intersociety Italian Council for the Optimization of Antimicrobial Use promoted a consensus conference on the antimicrobial management of IAIs, including emergency medicine specialists, radiologists, surgeons, intensivists, infectious disease specialists, clinical pharmacologists, hospital pharmacists, microbiologists and public health specialists. Relevant clinical questions were constructed by the Organizational Committee in order to investigate the topic. The expert panel produced recommendation statements based on the best scientific evidence from PubMed and EMBASE Library and experts' opinions. The statements were planned and graded according to the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) hierarchy of evidence. On November 10, 2023, the experts met in Mestre (Italy) to debate the statements. After the approval of the statements, the expert panel met via email and virtual meetings to prepare and revise the definitive document. This document represents the executive summary of the consensus conference and comprises three sections. The first section focuses on the general principles of diagnosis and treatment of IAIs. The second section provides twenty-three evidence-based recommendations for the antimicrobial therapy of IAIs. The third section presents eight clinical diagnostic-therapeutic pathways for the most common IAIs. The document has been endorsed by the Italian Society of Surgery.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Massimo Sartelli
- Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Via Santa Lucia 2, 62100, Macerata, Italy.
| | - Carlo Tascini
- Infectious Diseases Clinic, Santa Maria Della Misericordia University Hospital of Udine, ASUFC, Udine, Italy
- Infectious Diseases Clinic, Department of Medicine (DAME), University of Udine, Udine, Italy
| | - Federico Coccolini
- Department of General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
| | - Fabiana Dellai
- Infectious Diseases Clinic, Department of Medicine (DAME), University of Udine, Udine, Italy
| | - Luca Ansaloni
- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
| | - Massimo Antonelli
- Dipartimento di Scienze Biotecnologiche di Base, Cliniche Intensivologiche e Perioperatorie, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
- Dipartimento di Scienze Dell'Emergenza, Anestesiologiche e Della Rianimazione, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
| | - Michele Bartoletti
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
- Infectious Disease Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan, Italy
| | - Matteo Bassetti
- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Health Sciences, University of Genova, Genoa, Italy
- Division of Infectious Diseases, IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Genoa, Italy
| | - Federico Boncagni
- Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Unit, Macerata Hospital, Macerata, Italy
| | - Massimo Carlini
- Department of General Surgery, S. Eugenio Hospital, Rome, Italy
| | - Anna Maria Cattelan
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Padua University Hospital, Padua, Italy
- Department of Molecular Medicine, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
| | - Arturo Cavaliere
- Unit of Hospital Pharmacy, Viterbo Local Health Authority, Viterbo, Italy
| | - Marco Ceresoli
- General and Emergency Surgery, Milano-Bicocca University, School of Medicine and Surgery, Monza, Italy
| | - Alessandro Cipriano
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
| | - Andrea Cortegiani
- Department of Precision Medicine in Medical Surgical and Critical Care, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
- Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care and Emergency, Policlinico Paolo Giaccone, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
| | | | - Francesco Cristini
- Infectious Diseases Unit, AUSL Romagna, Forlì and Cesena Hospitals, Forlì, Italy
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| | - Eugenio Cucinotta
- Department of Human Pathology of the Adult and Evolutive Age "Gaetano Barresi", Section of General Surgery, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
| | - Lidia Dalfino
- Anesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area, Polyclinic of Bari, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
| | - Gennaro De Pascale
- Dipartimento di Scienze Biotecnologiche di Base, Cliniche Intensivologiche e Perioperatorie, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
- Dipartimento di Scienze Dell'Emergenza, Anestesiologiche e Della Rianimazione, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
| | | | - Marco Falcone
- Infectious Diseases Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
| | - Francesco Forfori
- Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Anesthesia and Resuscitation Department, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
| | - Paola Fugazzola
- Division of General Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
- Department of Clinical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
| | - Milo Gatti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Clinical Pharmacology Unit, Department for Integrated Infectious Risk Management, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| | - Ivan Gentile
- Section of Infectious Diseases, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy
| | - Lorenzo Ghiadoni
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
- Department on Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
| | - Maddalena Giannella
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Infectious Diseases Unit, Department for Integrated Infectious Risk Management, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| | - Antonino Giarratano
- Department of Precision Medicine in Medical Surgical and Critical Care, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
- Department of Anesthesia, Intensive Care and Emergency, Policlinico Paolo Giaccone, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
| | - Alessio Giordano
- Unit of Emergency Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
| | - Massimo Girardis
- Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Policlinico di Modena, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
| | - Claudio Mastroianni
- Department of Public Health and Infectious Diseases, AOU Policlinico Umberto 1, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
| | - Gianpaola Monti
- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, ASST GOM Niguarda Ca' Granda, Milan, Italy
| | - Giulia Montori
- Unit of General and Emergency Surgery, Vittorio Veneto Hospital, Vittorio Veneto, Italy
| | - Miriam Palmieri
- Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Via Santa Lucia 2, 62100, Macerata, Italy
| | - Marcello Pani
- Hospital Pharmacy Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
| | - Ciro Paolillo
- Emergency Department, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
| | - Dario Parini
- General Surgery Department, Santa Maria Della Misericordia Hospital, Rovigo, Italy
| | - Giustino Parruti
- Infectious Diseases Unit, Pescara General Hospital, Pescara, Italy
| | - Daniela Pasero
- Department of Emergency, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, ASL1 Sassari, Sassari, Italy
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
| | - Federico Pea
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Clinical Pharmacology Unit, Department for Integrated Infectious Risk Management, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| | - Maddalena Peghin
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Insubria-ASST-Sette Laghi, Varese, Italy
| | - Nicola Petrosillo
- Infection Prevention and Control Service, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico, Rome, Italy
| | - Mauro Podda
- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
| | - Caterina Rizzo
- Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
| | - Gian Maria Rossolini
- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
- Microbiology and Virology Unit, Florence Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
| | - Alessandro Russo
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, "Magna Graecia" University, Catanzaro, Italy
- Infectious and Tropical Disease Unit, "Renato Dulbecco" Teaching Hospital, Catanzaro, Italy
| | - Loredana Scoccia
- Hospital Pharmacy Unit, Macerata Hospital, AST Macerata, Macerata, Italy
| | - Gabriele Sganga
- Emergency and Trauma Surgery Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
| | - Liana Signorini
- Unit of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, ASST Spedali Civili Di Brescia, Brescia, Italy
| | - Stefania Stefani
- Department of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences (BIOMETEC), University of Catania, Catania, Italy
| | - Mario Tumbarello
- Department of Medical Biotechnologies, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Senese, Siena, Italy
| | - Fabio Tumietto
- UO Antimicrobial Stewardship-AUSL Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| | | | - Mario Venditti
- Department of Public Health and Infectious Diseases, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
| | - Bruno Viaggi
- Intensive Care Department, Careggi Hospital, Florence, Italy
| | | | - Claudia Zaghi
- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Department, Vicenza Hospital, Vicenza, Italy
| | | | - Fikri Abu-Zidan
- Statistics and Research Methodology, The Research Office, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
| | - Fausto Catena
- Emergency and General Surgery Department, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
| | - Pierluigi Viale
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Infectious Diseases Unit, Department for Integrated Infectious Risk Management, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Sartelli M, Barie P, Agnoletti V, Al-Hasan MN, Ansaloni L, Biffl W, Buonomo L, Blot S, Cheadle WG, Coimbra R, De Simone B, Duane TM, Fugazzola P, Giamarellou H, Hardcastle TC, Hecker A, Inaba K, Kirkpatrick AW, Labricciosa FM, Leone M, Martin-Loeches I, Maier RV, Marwah S, Maves RC, Mingoli A, Montravers P, Ordóñez CA, Palmieri M, Podda M, Rello J, Sawyer RG, Sganga G, Tattevin P, Thapaliya D, Tessier J, Tolonen M, Ulrych J, Vallicelli C, Watkins RR, Catena F, Coccolini F. Intra-abdominal infections survival guide: a position statement by the Global Alliance For Infections In Surgery. World J Emerg Surg 2024; 19:22. [PMID: 38851700 PMCID: PMC11161965 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-024-00552-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024] Open
Abstract
Intra-abdominal infections (IAIs) are an important cause of morbidity and mortality in hospital settings worldwide. The cornerstones of IAI management include rapid, accurate diagnostics; timely, adequate source control; appropriate, short-duration antimicrobial therapy administered according to the principles of pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics and antimicrobial stewardship; and hemodynamic and organ functional support with intravenous fluid and adjunctive vasopressor agents for critical illness (sepsis/organ dysfunction or septic shock after correction of hypovolemia). In patients with IAIs, a personalized approach is crucial to optimize outcomes and should be based on multiple aspects that require careful clinical assessment. The anatomic extent of infection, the presumed pathogens involved and risk factors for antimicrobial resistance, the origin and extent of the infection, the patient's clinical condition, and the host's immune status should be assessed continuously to optimize the management of patients with complicated IAIs.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Massimo Sartelli
- Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Via Santa Lucia 2, Macerata, 62100, Italy.
| | - Philip Barie
- Department of Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
| | - Vanni Agnoletti
- Anesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, Bufalini Hospital - AUSL della Romagna, Cesena, Italy
| | - Majdi N Al-Hasan
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, SC, USA
| | - Luca Ansaloni
- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
| | - Walter Biffl
- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Scripps Clinic Medical Group, La Jolla, CA, USA
| | - Luis Buonomo
- Emergency, Urgency and Trauma Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
| | - Stijn Blot
- Department of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
| | - William G Cheadle
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
| | - Raul Coimbra
- Comparative Effectiveness and Clinical Outcomes Research Center - CECORC - Riverside University Health System, Moreno Valley, CA, USA
- Department of Surgery, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA, USA
| | | | | | - Paola Fugazzola
- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
| | - Helen Giamarellou
- First Department of Internal Medicine-Infectious Diseases, Hygeia General Hospital, Athens, Greece
| | - Timothy C Hardcastle
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Nelson R Mandela School of Clinical Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, and Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital, Durban, South Africa
| | - Andreas Hecker
- Department of General and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Giessen, Giessen, Germany
| | - Kenji Inaba
- Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
| | - Andrew W Kirkpatrick
- Department of Surgery and Critical Care Medicine, University of Calgary, Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB, Canada
| | | | - Marc Leone
- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, AP-HM, Aix-Marseille University, North Hospital, Marseille, France
| | - Ignacio Martin-Loeches
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Multidisciplinary Intensive Care Research Organisation, St James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
- Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
- Centro de Investigacion Biomedica En Red Entermedades Respiratorias, Institute of Health Carlos III, Madrid, Spain
- Pulmonary Department, Hospital Clinic, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
| | - Ronald V Maier
- Department of Surgery, Harborview Medical Centre, University of Washington, Seattle, USA
| | - Sanjay Marwah
- Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India
| | - Ryan C Maves
- Section of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
| | - Andrea Mingoli
- Emergency Department, Policlinico Umberto I, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
| | - Philippe Montravers
- Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine Department, DMU PARABOL, Bichat Hospital, AP-HP, Université Paris Cité, Paris, France
| | - Carlos A Ordóñez
- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Fundación Valle del Lili, Cali, Colombia
| | - Miriam Palmieri
- Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Via Santa Lucia 2, Macerata, 62100, Italy
| | - Mauro Podda
- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy
| | - Jordi Rello
- Global Health eCore, Vall d'Hebron University Hospital Campus, Barcelona, 08035, Spain
- Medicine Department, Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Sant Cugat del Valles, Spain
| | - Robert G Sawyer
- Department of Surgery, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
| | - Gabriele Sganga
- Emergency Surgery and Trauma, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
| | - Pierre Tattevin
- Infectious Disease and Intensive Care Unit, Pontchaillou University Hospital, Rennes, France
| | | | - Jeffrey Tessier
- Division of Infectious Diseases and Geographic Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
| | - Matti Tolonen
- Emergency Surgery department, Meilahti Tower Hospital, HUS Helsinki University Hospital, Haartmaninkatu 4, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Jan Ulrych
- First Department of Surgery, Department of Abdominal, Thoracic Surgery and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and General University Hospital, Prague, Czech Republic
| | - Carlo Vallicelli
- Emergency and General Surgery Department, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
| | - Richard R Watkins
- Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH, USA
| | - Fausto Catena
- Emergency and General Surgery Department, Bufalini Hospital, Cesena, Italy
| | - Federico Coccolini
- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Unit, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Sartelli M, Barie PS, Coccolini F, Abbas M, Abbo LM, Abdukhalilova GK, Abraham Y, Abubakar S, Abu-Zidan FM, Adebisi YA, Adamou H, Afandiyeva G, Agastra E, Alfouzan WA, Al-Hasan MN, Ali S, Ali SM, Allaw F, Allwell-Brown G, Amir A, Amponsah OKO, Al Omari A, Ansaloni L, Ansari S, Arauz AB, Augustin G, Awazi B, Azfar M, Bah MSB, Bala M, Banagala ASK, Baral S, Bassetti M, Bavestrello L, Beilman G, Bekele K, Benboubker M, Beović B, Bergamasco MD, Bertagnolio S, Biffl WL, Blot S, Boermeester MA, Bonomo RA, Brink A, Brusaferro S, Butemba J, Caínzos MA, Camacho-Ortiz A, Canton R, Cascio A, Cassini A, Cástro-Sanchez E, Catarci M, Catena R, Chamani-Tabriz L, Chandy SJ, Charani E, Cheadle WG, Chebet D, Chikowe I, Chiara F, Cheng VCC, Chioti A, Cocuz ME, Coimbra R, Cortese F, Cui Y, Czepiel J, Dasic M, de Francisco Serpa N, de Jonge SW, Delibegovic S, Dellinger EP, Demetrashvili Z, De Palma A, De Silva D, De Simone B, De Waele J, Dhingra S, Diaz JJ, Dima C, Dirani N, Dodoo CC, Dorj G, Duane TM, Eckmann C, Egyir B, Elmangory MM, Enani MA, Ergonul O, Escalera-Antezana JP, Escandon K, Ettu AWOO, Fadare JO, Fantoni M, Farahbakhsh M, Faro MP, Ferreres A, Flocco G, Foianini E, Fry DE, Garcia AF, Gerardi C, Ghannam W, Giamarellou H, Glushkova N, Gkiokas G, Goff DA, Gomi H, Gottfredsson M, Griffiths EA, Guerra Gronerth RI, Guirao X, Gupta YK, Halle-Ekane G, Hansen S, Haque M, Hardcastle TC, Hayman DTS, Hecker A, Hell M, Ho VP, Hodonou AM, Isik A, Islam S, Itani KMF, Jaidane N, Jammer I, Jenkins DR, Kamara IF, Kanj SS, Jumbam D, Keikha M, Khanna AK, Khanna S, Kapoor G, Kapoor G, Kariuki S, Khamis F, Khokha V, Kiggundu R, Kiguba R, Kim HB, Kim PK, Kirkpatrick AW, Kluger Y, Ko WC, Kok KYY, Kotecha V, Kouma I, Kovacevic B, Krasniqi J, Krutova M, Kryvoruchko I, Kullar R, Labi KA, Labricciosa FM, Lakoh S, Lakatos B, Lansang MAD, Laxminarayan R, Lee YR, Leone M, Leppaniemi A, Hara GL, Litvin A, Lohsiriwat V, Machain GM, Mahomoodally F, Maier RV, Majumder MAA, Malama S, Manasa J, Manchanda V, Manzano-Nunez R, Martínez-Martínez L, Martin-Loeches I, Marwah S, Maseda E, Mathewos M, Maves RC, McNamara D, Memish Z, Mertz D, Mishra SK, Montravers P, Moro ML, Mossialos E, Motta F, Mudenda S, Mugabi P, Mugisha MJM, Mylonakis E, Napolitano LM, Nathwani D, Nkamba L, Nsutebu EF, O’Connor DB, Ogunsola S, Jensen PØ, Ordoñez JM, Ordoñez CA, Ottolino P, Ouedraogo AS, Paiva JA, Palmieri M, Pan A, Pant N, Panyko A, Paolillo C, Patel J, Pea F, Petrone P, Petrosillo N, Pintar T, Plaudis H, Podda M, Ponce-de-Leon A, Powell SL, Puello-Guerrero A, Pulcini C, Rasa K, Regimbeau JM, Rello J, Retamozo-Palacios MR, Reynolds-Campbell G, Ribeiro J, Rickard J, Rocha-Pereira N, Rosenthal VD, Rossolini GM, Rwegerera GM, Rwigamba M, Sabbatucci M, Saladžinskas Ž, Salama RE, Sali T, Salile SS, Sall I, Kafil HS, Sakakushev BE, Sawyer RG, Scatizzi M, Seni J, Septimus EJ, Sganga G, Shabanzadeh DM, Shelat VG, Shibabaw A, Somville F, Souf S, Stefani S, Tacconelli E, Tan BK, Tattevin P, Rodriguez-Taveras C, Telles JP, Téllez-Almenares O, Tessier J, Thang NT, Timmermann C, Timsit JF, Tochie JN, Tolonen M, Trueba G, Tsioutis C, Tumietto F, Tuon FF, Ulrych J, Uranues S, van Dongen M, van Goor H, Velmahos GC, Vereczkei A, Viaggi B, Viale P, Vila J, Voss A, Vraneš J, Watkins RR, Wanjiru-Korir N, Waworuntu O, Wechsler-Fördös A, Yadgarova K, Yahaya M, Yahya AI, Xiao Y, Zakaria AD, Zakrison TL, Zamora Mesia V, Siquini W, Darzi A, Pagani L, Catena F. Ten golden rules for optimal antibiotic use in hospital settings: the WARNING call to action. World J Emerg Surg 2023; 18:50. [PMID: 37845673 PMCID: PMC10580644 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-023-00518-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 09/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023] Open
Abstract
Antibiotics are recognized widely for their benefits when used appropriately. However, they are often used inappropriately despite the importance of responsible use within good clinical practice. Effective antibiotic treatment is an essential component of universal healthcare, and it is a global responsibility to ensure appropriate use. Currently, pharmaceutical companies have little incentive to develop new antibiotics due to scientific, regulatory, and financial barriers, further emphasizing the importance of appropriate antibiotic use. To address this issue, the Global Alliance for Infections in Surgery established an international multidisciplinary task force of 295 experts from 115 countries with different backgrounds. The task force developed a position statement called WARNING (Worldwide Antimicrobial Resistance National/International Network Group) aimed at raising awareness of antimicrobial resistance and improving antibiotic prescribing practices worldwide. The statement outlined is 10 axioms, or "golden rules," for the appropriate use of antibiotics that all healthcare workers should consistently adhere in clinical practice.
Collapse
|
6
|
Roson N, Antolín A, Torregrosa A, Pedraza Gutiérrez S, Lopez Cano M, Badia JM. How do we diagnose acute diverticulitis? Results of a national survey about the role of imaging techniques. RADIOLOGIA 2023; 65:315-326. [PMID: 37516485 DOI: 10.1016/j.rxeng.2023.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2021] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION The choice of imaging techniques in the diagnosis of acute diverticulitis is controversial. This study aimed to determine radiologists' preferences for different imaging techniques in the management of acute diverticulitis and the extent to which they use the different radiologic techniques for this purpose. METHODS An online survey was disseminated through the Spanish Society of Abdominal Imaging (Sociedad Española de Diagnóstico por Imagen del Abdomen (SEDIA)) and Twitter. The survey included questions about respondents' working environments, protocolization, personal preferences, and actual practice in the radiological management of acute diverticulitis. RESULTS A total of 186 responses were obtained, 72% from radiologists working in departments organized by organ/systems. Protocols for managing acute diverticulitis were in force in 48% of departments. Ultrasonography was the initial imaging technique in 47.5%, and 73% of the respondents considered that ultrasonography should be the first-choice technique; however, in practice, ultrasonography was the initial imaging technique in only 24% of departments. Computed tomography was the first imaging technique in 32.8% of departments, and its use was significantly more common outside normal working hours. The most frequently employed classification was the Hinchey classification (75%). Nearly all (96%) respondents expressed a desire for a consensus within the specialty about using the same classification. Hospitals with >500 beds and those organized by organ/systems had higher rates of protocolization, use of classifications, and belief that ultrasonography is the best first-line imaging technique. CONCLUSIONS The radiologic management of acute diverticulitis varies widely, with differences in the protocols used, radiologists' opinions, and actual clinical practice.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- N Roson
- Servicio de Diagnóstico por la Imagen, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Institut de Diagnòstic per la Imatge (IDI), Barcelona, Spain.
| | - A Antolín
- Servicio de Diagnóstico por la Imagen, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain
| | - A Torregrosa
- Área Clínica de Imagen Médica, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, Spain
| | - S Pedraza Gutiérrez
- Servicio de Diagnóstico por la Imagen, Hospital Universitari Josep Trueta, Institut de Diagnòstic per la Imatge (IDI), IDIBGI, Girona, Spain
| | - M Lopez Cano
- Servicio de Cirugía General y Aparato Digestivo, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain
| | - J M Badia
- Servicio de Cirugía General y Aparato Digestivo, Hospital General de Granollers, Granollers, Barcelona, Spain; Universitat Internacional de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Salusjärvi JM, Koskenvuo LE, Mali JP, Mentula PJ, Leppäniemi AK, Sallinen VJ. Stoma reversal after Hartmann's procedure for acute diverticulitis. Surgery 2023; 173:920-926. [PMID: 36517294 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.10.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2022] [Revised: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Hartmann's procedure is a treatment option for perforated acute diverticulitis, especially when organ dysfunction(s) are present. Its use has been criticized mostly out of fear of high permanent stoma rate. The aim of this study was to investigate the rate of stoma reversal, reasons behind nonreversal, and safety of reversal surgery. METHODS This was a single-center retrospective study of patients undergoing urgent Hartmann's procedure due to acute diverticulitis between the years 2006 and 2017 with follow-up until March 2021. RESULTS A total of 3,319 episodes of diverticulitis in 2,932 patients were screened. The Hartmann's procedure was performed on 218 patients, of whom 157 (72%) had peritonitis (48 (22%) with organ dysfunction). At 2-years, 76 (34.9%) patients had died with stoma, 42 (19.3%) were alive with stoma, and 100 (45.9%) had undergone stoma reversal. The survival of patients with and without reversal were 100% and 42.7% at 1-year, 96.0% and 35.0% at 2-years and 88.9% and 20.7% at 5-years, respectively. The risk factors for nonreversal were old age, a need for outside assistance, low HElsinki Staging for Acute Diverticulitis stage, and higher C-reactive protein level upon hospital admission. The most common reasons for nonreversal in surviving patients were patient not willing to have the operation 18 (41%) and dementia 10 (23%). Twelve (12%) patients had a major complication after reversal (Clavien-Dindo IIIb-IV) and 90-day mortality after reversal was 0%. CONCLUSION After the Hartmann's procedure for acute diverticulitis, one-third died, half underwent stoma reversal, and one-fifth did not undergo stoma reversal within 2 years. Patients who survive with stoma are either not willing to have reversal or have severe comorbidities excluding elective surgery. The Hartmann's procedure remains a viable option for high-risk patients with perforated acute diverticulitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Johannes M Salusjärvi
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Laura E Koskenvuo
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. https://twitter.com/LauraKoskenvuo
| | - Juha P Mali
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Panu J Mentula
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Ari K Leppäniemi
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Ville J Sallinen
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland; Transplantation and Liver Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. https://twitter.com/villesallinen
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Kim JH, Han SH, Lee JW, Kim H, Han J. Platelet to lymphocyte ratio is a risk factor for failure of non-operative treatment of colonic diverticulitis. Sci Rep 2023; 13:4377. [PMID: 36927780 PMCID: PMC10020164 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-31570-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
Abstract
Non-operative treatment is the mainstay of colonic diverticulitis, but some patients require surgery due to non-operative treatment failure. This study aims to identify risk factors for the failure of non-operative treatment of colonic diverticulitis. From January 2011 to December 2020, we retrospectively reviewed 2362 patients with non-operative treatment for first-attack acute diverticulitis. Patients were categorized into non-operative treatment success or failure groups. Clinical characteristics and serum inflammatory markers were analyzed by multivariable logistic regression to determine risk factors for non-operative treatment failure of colonic diverticulitis. Overall, 2.2% (n = 50) of patients underwent delayed surgery within 30 days (median 4.0 [3.0; 8.0]) due to non-operative treatment failure. Multivariable logistic regression identified that platelet to lymphocyte ratio (odds ratio [OR], 4.2; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.05-0.13; p < 0.001), diabetes mellitus (OR, 2.2; 95% CI, 0.01-0.09; p = 0.025), left-sided colonic diverticulitis (OR, 4.1; 95% CI, 0.04-0.13; p < 0.001), and modified Hinchey classification (OR, 6.2; 95% CI, 0.09-0.17; p < 0.001) were risk factors for non-operative treatment failure. Platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) is a potential risk factor for the non-operative treatment failure of acute first-attack colonic diverticulitis. Therefore, patients with higher PLR during non-operative treatment should be monitored with special caution.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jong Ho Kim
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, 24253, South Korea
| | - Sang Hyup Han
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, 24253, South Korea
| | - Jin-Won Lee
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, 24253, South Korea
| | - Haesung Kim
- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Chuncheon, 24253, South Korea
| | - Jeonghee Han
- Department of Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam, 13496, South Korea.
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Abet E, Bawjeski S, Planche L, Weyd B, de Kerviler B. Evaluation of a treatment pathway for the management of uncomplicated diverticulitis. J Visc Surg 2023; 160:27-32. [PMID: 35459631 DOI: 10.1016/j.jviscsurg.2021.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Recent clinical practice recommendations have radically modified the management of colonic diverticulitis. The goal of our study was to evaluate a treatment pathway for uncomplicated diverticulitis and to analyze the outcome (patient compliance, treatment failure and complications). PATIENTS AND METHODS All patients who presented to the emergency department with the diagnosis of uncomplicated diverticulitis were prospectively included in this study. The treatment pathway included an outpatient clinical re-assessment by a gastrointestinal surgeon. In case of symptomatic treatment failure, oral antibiotics were prescribed. If developed clinical signs of severity developed, the patient was referred to the emergency department for new laboratory and imaging workup. RESULTS Eighty-seven patients were included. The mean interval before re-assessment was 2.8 days. Fifty-nine patients (67.8%) had symptomatic treatment upon discharge from the emergency department and were reassessed as outpatients by the surgical team. Patient evolution was satisfactory for 45 (76.3%); 10 (16.9%) required oral antibiotics. One (1.7%) patient developed complicated diverticulitis. Thirty-four (39.1%) patients did not comply with the current recommendations. CONCLUSION In our experience, uncomplicated diverticulitis can be treated effectively in an ambulatory setting followed by early re-assessment by a surgeon.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- E Abet
- Department of digestive surgery, centre hospitalier départemental de Vendée, 85000 La-Roche-sur-Yon, France.
| | - S Bawjeski
- Emergency department, centre hospitalier départemental de Vendée, 85000 La-Roche-sur-Yon, France
| | - L Planche
- Clinical research unit, centre hospitalier départemental de Vendée, 85000 La-Roche-sur-Yon, France
| | - B Weyd
- Emergency department, centre hospitalier départemental de Vendée, 85000 La-Roche-sur-Yon, France
| | - B de Kerviler
- Department of digestive surgery, centre hospitalier départemental de Vendée, 85000 La-Roche-sur-Yon, France
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Donovan E, Rizzolo D. Managing a patient with acute colonic diverticulitis. JAAPA 2022; 35:23-30. [PMID: 35762951 DOI: 10.1097/01.jaa.0000832644.97318.f3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
ABSTRACT Acute diverticulitis is a common condition in Western society with the potential for substantial patient morbidity. Depending on the severity, the patient's clinical presentation and treatment options vary considerably, leaving uncertainty about optimal management. Traditionally, surgery was recommended to prevent complications, persistent symptoms, and recurrent episodes. Improvements in the understanding of the disease's natural history, diagnostic imaging, and long-term outcomes have prompted changes to diagnosis and treatment guidelines.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Elizabeth Donovan
- Elizabeth Donovan practices in general surgery at Chevy Chase Surgical Associates in Chevy Chase, Md. Denise Rizzolo is an assistant clinical professor in the Pace Completion Program in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies in New York City and an assessment specialist at the Physician Assistant Education Association. The authors have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise
| | | |
Collapse
|
11
|
Kang G, Son S, Shin YM, Pyo JS. Recurrence of Uncomplicated Diverticulitis: A Meta-Analysis. Medicina (B Aires) 2022; 58:medicina58060758. [PMID: 35744021 PMCID: PMC9228700 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58060758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2022] [Revised: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Background and objective: This study aimed to investigate the estimated rate and risk of recurrence of uncomplicated diverticulitis (UCD) after the first episode through a meta-analysis. Methods: Eligible studies were searched and reviewed; 27 studies were included in this study. Subgroup analyses were performed, based on lesion location, medical treatment, follow-up period, and study location. Results: The estimated recurrence rate of UCD was 0.129 (95% confidence interval [CI] 0.102–0.162). The recurrence rates of the right-and left-sided colon were 0.092 (95% CI 27.063–0.133) and 0.153 (95% CI 0.104–0.218), respectively. The recurrence rate according to follow-up period was highest in the subgroup 1–2 years, compared with that of other subgroups. The recurrence rate of the Asian subgroup was significantly lower than that of the non-Asian subgroup (0.092, 95% CI 0.064–0.132 vs. 0.147, 95% CI 0.110–0.192; p = 0.043 in the meta-regression test). There were significant correlations between UCD recurrence and older age and higher body temperature. However, UCD recurrence was not significantly correlated with medications, such as antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs. Conclusions: In this study, detailed information on estimated recurrence rates of UCD was obtained. In addition, older age and higher body temperature may be risk factors for UCD recurrence after the first episode.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Guhyun Kang
- Department of Pathology, Daehang Hospital, Seoul 06699, Korea;
| | - Soomin Son
- Division of Molecular Life and Chemical Sciences, College of Natural Sciences, Ewha Woman’s University, Seoul 03760, Korea;
| | - Young-Min Shin
- Eulji University School of Medicine, Daejeon 34824, Korea;
| | - Jung-Soo Pyo
- Department of Pathology, Uijeongbu Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University School of Medicine, Uijeongbu 11759, Korea
- Correspondence:
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Roson N, Antolín A, Torregrosa A, Pedraza Gutiérrez S, Lopez Cano M, Badia J. ¿Cómo diagnosticamos la diverticulitis aguda? Resultados de una encuesta nacional sobre el papel de las técnicas de imagen. RADIOLOGIA 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.rx.2022.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
|
13
|
Biondo S, Bordin D, Golda T. Treatment for Uncomplicated Acute Diverticulitis. COLONIC DIVERTICULAR DISEASE 2022:273-289. [DOI: https:/doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-93761-4_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
|
14
|
Salminen P, Sippola S, Haijanen J, Nordström P, Rantanen T, Rautio T, Sallinen V, Löyttyniemi E, Hurme S, Tammilehto V, Laukkarinen J, Savolainen H, Meriläinen S, Leppäniemi A, Grönroos J. OUP accepted manuscript. Br J Surg 2022; 109:503-509. [PMID: 35576384 PMCID: PMC10364767 DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znac086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 01/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Non-operative management of uncomplicated acute appendicitis is an option, but omission of antibiotics from the regimen has not been tested. METHODS A double-blind, placebo-controlled, superiority RCT in adults with CT-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis was designed to compare placebo with antibiotics (intravenous ertapenem followed by oral levofloxacin and metronidazole). The primary endpoint was treatment success (resolution resulting in discharge without appendicectomy within 10 days); secondary outcomes included pain scores, complications, hospital stay, and return to work. RESULTS From May 2017 to September 2020, 72 patients with a mean(s.d.) age of 37.5 (11.1) years were recruited at five hospitals. Six were excluded after randomization (5 early consent withdrawals, 1 randomization protocol violation), 35 were assigned to receive antibiotics, and 31 to receive placebo. Enrolment challenges (including hospital pharmacy resources in an acute-care surgery setting) meant that only the lowest sample size of three predefined scenarios was achieved. The 10-day treatment success rate was 87 (95 per cent c.i. 75 to 99) per cent for placebo and 97 (92 to 100) per cent for antibiotics. This clinical difference of 10 (90 per cent c.i. -0.9 to 21) per cent was not statistically different for the primary outcome (1-sided P = 0.142), and secondary outcomes were similar. CONCLUSION The lack of antibiotic superiority statistically suggests that a non-inferiority trial against placebo is warranted in adults with CT-confirmed mild appendicitis. Registration number: EudraCT 2015-003634-26 (https://eudract.ema.europa.eu/eudract-web/index.faces), NCT03234296 (http://www.clinicaltrials.gov).
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Paulina Salminen
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Suvi Sippola
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Jyväskylä Central Hospital, Jyväskylä, Finland
| | - Jussi Haijanen
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Pia Nordström
- Department of Gastroenterology and Alimentary Tract Surgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland
| | - Tuomo Rantanen
- Department of Surgery, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
| | - Tero Rautio
- Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
- Medical Research Centre Oulu, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland
| | - Ville Sallinen
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | | | - Saija Hurme
- Department of Biostatistics, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Ville Tammilehto
- Department of Radiology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
| | - Johanna Laukkarinen
- Department of Gastroenterology and Alimentary Tract Surgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland
| | - Heini Savolainen
- Department of Surgery, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
| | - Sanna Meriläinen
- Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
- Medical Research Centre Oulu, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland
| | - Ari Leppäniemi
- Gastroenterological Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital and University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Juha Grönroos
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Chabok A, Thorisson A, Nikberg M, Schultz JK, Sallinen V. Changing Paradigms in the Management of Acute Uncomplicated Diverticulitis. Scand J Surg 2021; 110:180-186. [PMID: 33934672 PMCID: PMC8258726 DOI: 10.1177/14574969211011032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
Left-sided colonic diverticulitis is a common condition with significant morbidity and health care costs in Western countries. Acute uncomplicated diverticulitis which is characterized by the absence of organ dysfunction, abscesses, fistula, or perforations accounts for around 80% of the cases. In the last decades, several traditional paradigms in the management of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis have been replaced by evidence-based routines. This review provides a comprehensive evidence-based and clinical-oriented overview of up-to-date diagnostics with computer tomography, non-antibiotic treatment, outpatient treatment, and surgical strategies as well as follow-up of patients with acute uncomplicated diverticulitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- A. Chabok
- Department of Surgery, Region Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
- Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Region Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
| | - A Thorisson
- Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Region Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
- Department of Radiology, Region Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
| | - M. Nikberg
- Department of Surgery, Region Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
- Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Region Västmanland Hospital, Västerås, Sweden
| | - J. K. Schultz
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
| | - V Sallinen
- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University of Helsinki and HUS Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
- Department of Transplantation and Liver Surgery, University of Helsinki and Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Abstract
Left sided colonic diverticulitis is a common and costly gastrointestinal disease in Western countries, characterized by acute onset of often severe abdominal pain. Imaging is necessary to make an initial diagnosis and determine disease severity. Colonoscopy should be done six to eight weeks after diagnosis to rule out a missed colon malignancy. Antibiotic treatment is used selectively in immunocompetent patients with mild acute uncomplicated diverticulitis. The clinical course of diverticulitis commonly includes unpredictable recurrences and chronic gastrointestinal symptoms, which are a detriment to quality of life. A better understanding of prognosis has prompted a shift toward non-operative approaches. The decision to undergo prophylactic colon resection should be individualized to consider the severity of diverticulitis, the patient's health and immune status, and the patient's preferences and values, as well as benefits and risks. Because only a section of colon is removed, recurrent diverticulitis remains a risk. Acute diverticulitis with an abscess is treated with antibiotics that cover Gram negative and anaerobic bacteria, with or without percutaneous drainage. Acute diverticulitis with purulent or feculent contamination of the peritoneal cavity is managed with surgery; primary resection and anastomosis is the procedure of choice in stable patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anne F Peery
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7555, USA
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Santos A, Mentula P, Pinta T, Ismail S, Rautio T, Juusela R, Lähdesmäki A, Scheinin T, Sallinen V. Comparing Laparoscopic Elective Sigmoid Resection With Conservative Treatment in Improving Quality of Life of Patients With Diverticulitis: The Laparoscopic Elective Sigmoid Resection Following Diverticulitis (LASER) Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Surg 2021; 156:129-136. [PMID: 33206182 PMCID: PMC7675217 DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2020.5151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
Abstract
Question Does elective sigmoid resection improve the quality of life in patients with recurrent diverticulitis, complicated diverticulitis, and/or chronic pain after an episode of diverticulitis? Findings In this randomized clinical trial that included 85 adults, the Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index (GIQLI) score improved 11.8 points in patients randomized to sigmoid resection and 0.2 points in patients randomized to conservative treatment between baseline and 6 months, a statistically and clinically significant difference. Among 41 patients randomized to sigmoid resection, 4 (10%) experienced major complications. Meaning Sigmoid resection improved quality of life in patients with recurrent, complicated, or persistent painful diverticulitis but was associated with a small but significant risk of major complications. Importance Diverticulitis has a tendency to recur and affect quality of life. Objective To assess whether sigmoid resection is superior to conservative treatment in improving quality of life of patients with recurrent, complicated, or persistent painful diverticulitis. Design, Setting, and Participants This open-label randomized clinical trial assessed for eligibility 128 patients with recurrent, complicated, or persistent painful diverticulitis in 6 Finnish hospitals from September 29, 2014, to October 10, 2018. Exclusion criteria included age younger than 18 years or older than 75 years; lack of (virtual) colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy data within 2 years, or presence of cancer, contraindication to laparoscopy, or fistula. Outcomes were assessed using intention-to-treat analysis. A prespecified interim analysis was undertaken when 66 patients had been randomized and their 6-month follow-up was assessable. Data were analyzed from June 2018 to May 2020. Interventions Laparoscopic sigmoid resection or conservative treatment. Main Outcomes and Measures The primary outcome was difference in Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index (GIQLI) score between randomization and 6 months. Results Of 128 patients assessed for eligibility, 90 were randomized (28 male [31%]; mean [SD] age, 54.11 [11.9] years; 62 female [69%]; mean [SD] age, 57.13 [7.6] years). A total of 72 patients were included in analyses for the primary outcome (37 in the surgery group and 35 in the conservative treatment group), and 85 were included in analyses for clinical outcomes (41 in the surgery group and 44 in the conservative treatment group). The difference between GIQLI score at randomization and 6 months was a mean of 11.96 points higher in the surgery group than in the conservative treatment group (mean [SD] of 11.76 [15.89] points vs −0.2 [19.07] points; difference, 11.96; 95% CI, 3.72-20.19; P = .005). Four patients (10%) in the surgery group and no patients in the conservative treatment group experienced major complications (Clavien-Dindo grade III or higher). There were 2 patients (5%) in the surgery group and 12 patients (31%) in the conservative treatment group who had new episodes of diverticulitis within 6 months. Conclusions and Relevance In this randomized clinical trial, elective laparoscopic sigmoid resection improved quality of life in patients with recurrent, complicated, or persistent painful diverticulitis but carried a 10% risk of major complications. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02174926.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alexandre Santos
- Gastroenterological Surgery, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Panu Mentula
- Gastroenterological Surgery, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Tarja Pinta
- Department of Surgery, Seinäjoki Central Hospital, Seinäjoki, Finland
| | - Shamel Ismail
- Gastroenterological Surgery, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Tero Rautio
- Department of Surgery, Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
| | - Risto Juusela
- Department of Surgery, Vaasa Central Hospital, Vaasa, Finland
| | | | - Tom Scheinin
- Gastroenterological Surgery, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Ville Sallinen
- Gastroenterological Surgery, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland.,Transplantation and Liver Surgery, University of Helsinki, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Sippola S, Haijanen J, Grönroos J, Rautio T, Nordström P, Rantanen T, Pinta T, Ilves I, Mattila A, Rintala J, Löyttyniemi E, Hurme S, Tammilehto V, Marttila H, Meriläinen S, Laukkarinen J, Sävelä EL, Savolainen H, Sippola T, Aarnio M, Paajanen H, Salminen P. Effect of Oral Moxifloxacin vs Intravenous Ertapenem Plus Oral Levofloxacin for Treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis: The APPAC II Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA 2021; 325:353-362. [PMID: 33427870 PMCID: PMC7802006 DOI: 10.1001/jama.2020.23525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
IMPORTANCE Antibiotics are an effective and safe alternative to appendectomy for managing uncomplicated acute appendicitis, but the optimal antibiotic regimen is not known. OBJECTIVE To compare oral antibiotics with combined intravenous followed by oral antibiotics in the management of computed tomography-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS The Appendicitis Acuta (APPAC) II multicenter, open-label, noninferiority randomized clinical trial was conducted from April 2017 until November 2018 in 9 Finnish hospitals. A total of 599 patients aged 18 to 60 years with computed tomography-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis were enrolled in the trial. The last date of follow-up was November 29, 2019. INTERVENTIONS Patients randomized to receive oral monotherapy (n = 295) received oral moxifloxacin (400 mg/d) for 7 days. Patients randomized to receive intravenous antibiotics followed by oral antibiotics (n = 288) received intravenous ertapenem (1 g/d) for 2 days followed by oral levofloxacin (500 mg/d) and metronidazole (500 mg 3 times/d) for 5 days. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES The primary end point was treatment success (≥65%) for both groups, defined as discharge from hospital without surgery and no recurrent appendicitis during 1-year follow-up, and to determine whether oral antibiotics alone were noninferior to intravenous and oral antibiotics, with a margin of 6% for difference. RESULTS Among 599 patients who were randomized (mean [SD] age, 36 [12] years; 263 [44%] women), 581 (99.7%) were available for the 1-year follow-up. The treatment success rate at 1 year was 70.2% (1-sided 95% CI, 65.8% to ∞) for patients treated with oral antibiotics and 73.8% (1-sided 95% CI, 69.5% to ∞) for patients treated with intravenous followed by oral antibiotics. The difference was -3.6% ([1-sided 95% CI, -9.7% to ∞]; P = .26 for noninferiority), with the confidence limit exceeding the noninferiority margin. CONCLUSION AND RELEVANCE Among adults with uncomplicated acute appendicitis, treatment with 7 days of oral moxifloxacin compared with 2 days of intravenous ertapenem followed by 5 days of levofloxacin and metronidazole resulted in treatment success rates greater than 65% in both groups, but failed to demonstrate noninferiority for treatment success of oral antibiotics compared with intravenous followed by oral antibiotics. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03236961; EudraCT Identifier: 2015-003633-10.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Suvi Sippola
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Jussi Haijanen
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Satakunta Central Hospital, Pori, Finland
| | - Juha Grönroos
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Tero Rautio
- Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
- Medical Research Center Oulu, University of Oulu, Finland
| | - Pia Nordström
- Department of Gastroenterology and Alimentary Tract Surgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland
| | - Tuomo Rantanen
- Department of Surgery, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Eastern Finland
| | - Tarja Pinta
- Department of Surgery, Seinäjoki Central Hospital, Seinäjoki, Finland
| | - Imre Ilves
- Department of Surgery, Mikkeli Central Hospital, Mikkeli, Finland
| | - Anne Mattila
- Department of Surgery, Jyväskylä Central Hospital, Jyväskylä, Finland
| | - Jukka Rintala
- Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
- Department of Surgery, Rovaniemi Central Hospital, Rovaniemi, Finland
| | | | - Saija Hurme
- Department of Biostatistics, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Ville Tammilehto
- Department of Radiology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
| | - Harri Marttila
- Department of Hospital Hygiene & Infection Control, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
| | - Sanna Meriläinen
- Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
- Medical Research Center Oulu, University of Oulu, Finland
| | - Johanna Laukkarinen
- Department of Gastroenterology and Alimentary Tract Surgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland
| | | | - Heini Savolainen
- Department of Surgery, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
| | - Tomi Sippola
- Department of Surgery, Seinäjoki Central Hospital, Seinäjoki, Finland
| | - Markku Aarnio
- Department of Surgery, Jyväskylä Central Hospital, Jyväskylä, Finland
| | - Hannu Paajanen
- Department of Surgery, Mikkeli Central Hospital, Mikkeli, Finland
| | - Paulina Salminen
- Division of Digestive Surgery and Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Patient and Physician Preferences for Antibiotics in Acute Uncomplicated Diverticulitis: A Delphi Consensus Process to Generate Noninferiority Margins. Dis Colon Rectum 2021; 64:119-127. [PMID: 33093297 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Despite the existing evidence, the omission of antibiotics in the management of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis has not gained widespread acceptance. OBJECTIVE This study aims to incorporate the input of both patients and physicians on the omission of antibiotics in uncomplicated diverticulitis to generate noninferiority margins for 3 outcomes. DESIGN This was a mixed-methods study, including in-person interviews with patients and a Delphi process with physicians. SETTINGS North American patients and physicians participated. PATIENTS Consecutive patients undergoing colonoscopy, 40% of whom had a previous history of diverticulitis, were selected. INTERVENTIONS Informational video (for patients) and evidence summaries (for physicians) regarding antibiotics in diverticulitis were reviewed. MAIN OUTCOMES MEASURES Noninferiority margins were generated for time to reach full recovery, persistent diverticulitis, and progression to complicated diverticulitis in the context of a nonantibiotic strategy. Consensus was defined as an interquartile range <2.5. RESULTS Fifty patients participated in this study. To avoid antibiotics, patients were willing to accept up to 5.0 (3.0-7.0) days longer to reach full recovery, up to an absolute increase of 4.0% (4.0-6.0) in the risk of developing persistent diverticulitis, and up to an absolute increase of 2.0% (0-3.8) in the risk of progressing to complicated diverticulitis. A total of 55 physicians participated in the Delphi (round 1 response rate = 94.8%; round 2 response rate = 100%). Consensus noninferiority margins were generated for persistent diverticulitis (4.0%, 4.0-5.0) and progression to complicated diverticulitis (3.0%, 2.0-3.0), but could not be generated for time to reach full recovery (5.0 days, 3.5-7.0). LIMITATIONS Patients were recruited from a single institution, and Delphi participants were invited and not randomly selected. CONCLUSION Noninferiority margins were generated for 3 important outcomes after the treatment of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis in the context of a nonantibiotic strategy.
Collapse
|
20
|
Sartelli M, Weber DG, Kluger Y, Ansaloni L, Coccolini F, Abu-Zidan F, Augustin G, Ben-Ishay O, Biffl WL, Bouliaris K, Catena R, Ceresoli M, Chiara O, Chiarugi M, Coimbra R, Cortese F, Cui Y, Damaskos D, de’ Angelis GL, Delibegovic S, Demetrashvili Z, De Simone B, Di Marzo F, Di Saverio S, Duane TM, Faro MP, Fraga GP, Gkiokas G, Gomes CA, Hardcastle TC, Hecker A, Karamarkovic A, Kashuk J, Khokha V, Kirkpatrick AW, Kok KYY, Inaba K, Isik A, Labricciosa FM, Latifi R, Leppäniemi A, Litvin A, Mazuski JE, Maier RV, Marwah S, McFarlane M, Moore EE, Moore FA, Negoi I, Pagani L, Rasa K, Rubio-Perez I, Sakakushev B, Sato N, Sganga G, Siquini W, Tarasconi A, Tolonen M, Ulrych J, Zachariah SK, Catena F. 2020 update of the WSES guidelines for the management of acute colonic diverticulitis in the emergency setting. World J Emerg Surg 2020; 15:32. [PMID: 32381121 PMCID: PMC7206757 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-020-00313-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 145] [Impact Index Per Article: 36.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2020] [Accepted: 04/29/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
Abstract
Acute colonic diverticulitis is one of the most common clinical conditions encountered by surgeons in the acute setting. An international multidisciplinary panel of experts from the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES) updated its guidelines for management of acute left-sided colonic diverticulitis (ALCD) according to the most recent available literature. The update includes recent changes introduced in the management of ALCD. The new update has been further integrated with advances in acute right-sided colonic diverticulitis (ARCD) that is more common than ALCD in select regions of the world.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Dieter G. Weber
- Department of General Surgery, Royal Perth Hospital, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
| | - Yoram Kluger
- Department of General Surgery, Division of Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
| | - Luca Ansaloni
- General Surgery Department, Bufalini Hospital Hospital, Cesena, Italy
| | - Federico Coccolini
- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Department, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
| | - Fikri Abu-Zidan
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE University, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
| | - Goran Augustin
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Centre Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
| | - Offir Ben-Ishay
- Department of General Surgery, Division of Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
| | - Walter L. Biffl
- Trauma Surgery Department, Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, CA USA
| | | | - Rodolfo Catena
- Department of Emergency Surgery, Parma Maggiore Hospital, Parma, Italy
| | - Marco Ceresoli
- Department of General and Emergency Surgery, ASST, San Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Italy
- School of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan-Bicocca, Milan, Italy
| | - Osvaldo Chiara
- General Surgery and Trauma Team, University of Milano, ASST Niguarda Milano, Milan, Italy
| | - Massimo Chiarugi
- General, Emergency and Trauma Surgery Department, Pisa University Hospital, Pisa, Italy
| | - Raul Coimbra
- Riverside University Health System Medical Center, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Moreno Valley, CA USA
| | | | - Yunfeng Cui
- Department of Surgery, Tianjin Nankai Hospital, Nankai Clinical School of Medicine, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
| | | | | | - Samir Delibegovic
- Department of Surgery, University Clinical Center of Tuzla, Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina
| | - Zaza Demetrashvili
- Department General Surgery, Kipshidze Central University Hospital, Tbilisi, Georgia
| | - Belinda De Simone
- Department of Digestive Surgery, Guastalla Hospital, Reggio Emilia, Italy
| | | | - Salomone Di Saverio
- Colorectal Unit, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK
| | | | - Mario Paulo Faro
- Department of General Surgery, Trauma and Emergency Surgery Division, ABC Medical School, Santo André, SP Brazil
| | - Gustavo P. Fraga
- Trauma/Acute Care Surgery & Surgical Critical Care, University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil
| | - George Gkiokas
- Second Department of Surgery, Aretaieion University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
| | - Carlos Augusto Gomes
- Department of Surgery, Hospital Universitário Terezinha de Jesus, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas e da Saúde de Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, Brazil
| | - Timothy C. Hardcastle
- Trauma Service, Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital and Department of Surgery, Nelson R Mandela School of Clinical Medicine, Durban, South Africa
| | - Andreas Hecker
- Department of General and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Giessen, Giessen, Germany
| | | | - Jeffry Kashuk
- Department of Surgery, Assia Medical Group, Tel Aviv University Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv, Israel
| | - Vladimir Khokha
- Department of Emergency Surgery, City Hospital, Mozyr, Belarus
| | - Andrew W. Kirkpatrick
- General, Acute Care, Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, and Trauma Surgery, Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB Canada
| | - Kenneth Y. Y. Kok
- Department of Surgery, The Brunei Cancer Centre, Jerudong Park, Brunei
| | - Kenji Inaba
- Division of Acute Care Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, Department of Surgery, Los Angeles County and University of Southern California Medical Center, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA USA
| | - Arda Isik
- Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Erzincan University, Erzincan, Turkey
| | | | - Rifat Latifi
- Department of Surgery, Westchester Medical Center, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY USA
| | - Ari Leppäniemi
- Abdominal Center, University Hospital Meilahti, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Andrey Litvin
- Surgical Disciplines, Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University/Regional Clinical Hospital, Kaliningrad, Russian Federation
| | - John E. Mazuski
- Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Washington University, Saint Louis, USA
| | - Ronald V. Maier
- Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA USA
| | - Sanjay Marwah
- Department of Surgery, Post-Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India
| | - Michael McFarlane
- Department of Surgery, Radiology, University Hospital of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica
| | - Ernest E. Moore
- Department of Surgery, Denver Health Medical Center, University of Colorado, Denver, CO USA
| | - Frederick A. Moore
- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery, and Center for Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL USA
| | - Ionut Negoi
- Department of Surgery, Emergency Hospital of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
| | - Leonardo Pagani
- Infectious Diseases Unit, Bolzano Central Hospital, Bolzano, Italy
| | - Kemal Rasa
- Department of Surgery, Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaali, Turkey
| | - Ines Rubio-Perez
- General Surgery Department, Colorectal Surgery Unit, La Paz University Hospital, Madrid, Spain
| | - Boris Sakakushev
- General Surgery Department, Medical University, University Hospital St George, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
| | - Norio Sato
- Department of Aeromedical Services for Emergency and Trauma Care, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime, Japan
| | - Gabriele Sganga
- Emergency Surgery, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
| | - Walter Siquini
- Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Macerata, Italy
| | - Antonio Tarasconi
- Department of Emergency Surgery, Parma Maggiore Hospital, Parma, Italy
| | - Matti Tolonen
- Abdominal Center, University Hospital Meilahti, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Jan Ulrych
- First Department of Surgery, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague and General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
| | | | - Fausto Catena
- Department of Emergency Surgery, Parma Maggiore Hospital, Parma, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
Diaconescu B, Uranues S, Fingerhut A, Vartic M, Zago M, Kurihara H, Latifi R, Popa D, Leppäniemi A, Tilsed J, Bratu M, Beuran M. The Bucharest ESTES consensus statement on peritonitis. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2020; 46:1005-1023. [PMID: 32303796 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-020-01338-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2018] [Accepted: 02/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Peritonitis is still an important health problem associated with high morbidity and mortality. A multidisciplinary approach to the management of patients with peritonitis may be an important factor to reduce the risks for patients and improve efficiency, outcome, and the cost of care. METHODS Expert panel discussion on Peritonitis was held in Bucharest on May 2017, during the 17th ECTES Congress, involving surgeons, infectious disease specialists, radiologists and intensivists with the goal of defining recommendations for the optimal management of peritonitis. CONCLUSION This document is an updated presentation of management of peritonitis and represents the summary of the final recommendations approved by a panel of experts.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Bogdan Diaconescu
- Anatomy Department, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Phamacy, Bucharest, Romania.
| | - Selman Uranues
- Section for Surgical Research, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
| | - Abe Fingerhut
- Section for Surgical Research, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria.,Department of General Surgery, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Minimally Invasive Surgery Center, Shanghai, 200025, P.R. China
| | - Mihaela Vartic
- Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Clinic Hospital Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
| | - Mauro Zago
- General and Emergency Surgery Division, Department of Emergency and Robotic Surgery, A. Manzoni Hospital, ASST Lecco, Lecco, Italy
| | - Hayato Kurihara
- Emergency Surgery and Trauma Section, Department of General Surgery, Humanitas Clinical and Research Hospital Head, Milan, Italy
| | - Rifat Latifi
- Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, New York, USA
| | - Dorin Popa
- Surgery Department, University Hospital Linkoping, Linköping, Sweden
| | - Ari Leppäniemi
- Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Jonathan Tilsed
- Honorary Senior Lecturer Hull York Medical School, Chairman UEMS Division of Emergency Surgery, Heslington, UK
| | - Matei Bratu
- Anatomy Department, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Phamacy, Bucharest, Romania
| | - Mircea Beuran
- Surgery Department, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Phamacy, Bucharest, Romania
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Park JH, Park HC, Lee BH. One-day versus four-day antibiotic treatment for acute right colonic uncomplicated diverticulitis: A randomized clinical trial. TURKISH JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2020; 30:605-610. [PMID: 31290747 DOI: 10.5152/tjg.2019.17775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND/AIMS Currently, right colonic uncomplicated diverticulitis is typically treated with antibiotic therapy. However, the optimal duration of treatment is unknown. The aim of the present study was to compare the treatment failure rates between 1- and 4-day antibiotic treatment protocols. MATERIALS AND METHODS A prospective randomized study in adults presenting with uncomplicated diverticulitis at the first episode from July 2011 to June 2014 was performed. Patients were randomized to receive intravenous antibiotics for 1 day (1-day group) or intravenous and oral antibiotics for 4 days (4-day group). All patients received cefmetazole and metronidazole. Treatment failure was defined as readmission within 30 days and disease recurrence during the follow-up period. RESULTS Overall, 87 and 89 patients were randomized to the 1-day and 4-day groups, respectively. All patients were successfully treated initially. The hospital length of stay was shorter in the 1-day group than in the 4-day group (3.1 vs. 3.8 days, respectively; p<0.001). After discharge, there were no significant differences between the groups in treatment failure (15/87, 17.2% vs. 19/89, 21.3%; p=0.493). In each group, there were readmission within 30 days (9.2% vs. 12.4%; p=0.502) and recurrence over a median follow-up period of 32 months (10.3% vs. 9.0%; p=0.762). In 34 patients who experienced treatment failure, 6 required surgery. CONCLUSION Single-day antibiotic treatment is as effective as 4-day therapy for the prevention of readmission and recurrence in patients with right colonic uncomplicated diverticulitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jung Ho Park
- Department of Surgery, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
| | - Hyoung Chul Park
- Department of Surgery, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
| | - Bong Hwa Lee
- Department of Surgery, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
| |
Collapse
|
23
|
Treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Diverticulitis Without Antibiotics: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Dis Colon Rectum 2019; 62:1533-1547. [PMID: 30663999 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Despite low-quality and conflicting evidence, the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland recommends the routine use of antibiotics in the treatment of uncomplicated acute diverticulitis. Recent studies have shown that treatment without antibiotics did not prolong recovery. Some new guidelines currently recommend selective use of antibiotics. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare the safety, effectiveness, and outcomes in treating uncomplicated acute diverticulitis without antibiotics with treatment with antibiotics. DATA SOURCES PubMed, Embase, Clinicaltrials.gov, and the Cochrane Library were searched with the key words antibiotics and diverticulitis. STUDY SELECTION All studies published in English on treating uncomplicated acute diverticulitis without antibiotics and containing >20 individuals were included. INTERVENTION Treatment without antibiotics versus treatment with antibiotics were compared. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcome was the percentage of patients requiring additional treatment or intervention to settle during the initial episode. The secondary outcomes were duration of hospital stay, rate of readmission or deferred admission, need for surgical or radiological intervention, recurrence, and complication. RESULTS Search yielded 1164 studies. Nine studies were eligible and included in the meta-analysis, composed of 2505 patients, including 1663 treated without antibiotics and 842 treated with an antibiotic. The no-antibiotics group had a significantly shorter hospital stay (mean difference = -0.68; p = 0.04). There was no significant difference in the percentage of patients requiring additional treatment or intervention to settle during the initial episode (5.3% vs 3.6%; risk ratio = 1.48; p = 0.28), rate of readmission or deferred admission (risk ratio = 1.17; p = 0.26), need for surgical or radiological intervention (risk ratio = 0.61; p = 0.34), recurrence (risk ratio = 0.83; p = 0.21), and complications (risk ratio = 0.70-1.18; p = 0.67-0.91). LIMITATIONS Only a limited number of studies were available, and they were of variable qualities. CONCLUSIONS Treatment of uncomplicated acute diverticulitis without antibiotics is associated with a significantly shorter hospital stay. There is no significant difference in the percentage of patients requiring additional treatment or intervention to settle in the initial episode, rate of readmission or deferred admission, need for surgical or radiological intervention, recurrence, or complications.
Collapse
|
24
|
La Torre M, Mingoli A, Brachini G, Lanciotti S, Casciani E, Speranza A, Mastroiacovo I, Frezza B, Cirillo B, Costa G, Sapienza P. Differences between computed tomoghaphy and surgical findings in acute complicated diverticulitis. Asian J Surg 2019; 43:476-481. [PMID: 31439460 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2019.07.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2019] [Revised: 06/23/2019] [Accepted: 07/18/2019] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVE A preoperative reliable classification system between clinical and computed tomography (CT) findings to better plan surgery in acute complicated diverticulitis (ACD) is lacking. We studied the inter-observer agreement of CT scan data and their concordance with the preoperative clinical findings and the adherence with the intraoperative status using a new classification of diverticular disease (CDD). METHODS 152 patients operated on for acute complicated diverticulitis (ACD) were retrospectively enrolled. All patients were studied with CT scan within 24 h before surgery and CT images were blinded reanalyzed by 2 couples of radiologists (A/B). Kappa value evaluated the inter-observer agreement between radiologists and the concordance between CDD, preoperative clinical findings and findings at operation. Univariate and multivariate analysis were used to evaluate the predicting values of CT classification and CDD stage at surgery on postoperative outcomes. RESULTS Overall inter-observer agreement for the CDD was high, with a kappa value of 0.905 (95% CI = 0.850-0.960) for observers A and B, while the concordance between radiological and surgical findings was weak (kappa values = 0.213 and 0,248, respectively and 95% CI = 0.106 to 0.319 and 95% CI = 0.142 to 0.355, respectively). When overall morbidity, mortality and the need of a terminal colostomy were considered as main endpoints no concordance was observed between surgical and radiological findings and the CDD (P=NS). CONCLUSIONS The need for a more accurate classification of ACD, able to better stage this emergency, and to provide surgeons with reliable information for the best treatment is advocated.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Marco La Torre
- Emergency Department, Department of Surgery "Pietro Valdoni", "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy
| | - Andrea Mingoli
- Emergency Department, Department of Surgery "Pietro Valdoni", "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy.
| | - Gioia Brachini
- Emergency Department, Department of Surgery "Pietro Valdoni", "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy
| | - Silvia Lanciotti
- Emergency Department, Department of Radiology, "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy
| | - Emanuele Casciani
- Emergency Department, Department of Radiology, "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy
| | - Annarita Speranza
- Department of Radiology, "Sapienza" University, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189 Rome, Italy
| | - Ilaria Mastroiacovo
- Department of Radiology, "Sapienza" University, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189 Rome, Italy
| | - Barbara Frezza
- Emergency Department, "Sapienza" University, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189 Rome, Italy
| | - Bruno Cirillo
- Emergency Department, Department of Surgery "Pietro Valdoni", "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy
| | - Gianluca Costa
- Emergency Department, "Sapienza" University, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Via di Grottarossa 1035, 00189 Rome, Italy
| | - Paolo Sapienza
- Emergency Department, Department of Surgery "Pietro Valdoni", "Sapienza" University, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale del Policlinico 155, 00161 Rome, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
25
|
Isacson D, Smedh K, Nikberg M, Chabok A. Long-term follow-up of the AVOD randomized trial of antibiotic avoidance in uncomplicated diverticulitis. Br J Surg 2019; 106:1542-1548. [PMID: 31386199 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.11239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2018] [Revised: 04/10/2019] [Accepted: 04/23/2019] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to assess the long-term results in patients with uncomplicated diverticulitis who had participated in the Antibiotics in Acute Uncomplicated Diverticulitis (AVOD) RCT, which randomized patients with CT-verified left-sided acute uncomplicated diverticulitis to management without or with antibiotics. METHODS The medical records of patients who had participated in the AVOD trial were reviewed for long-term results such as recurrences, complications and surgery. Quality-of-life questionnaires (EQ-5D™) were sent to patients, who were also contacted by telephone. Descriptive statistics were used for the analysis of clinical outcomes. RESULTS A total of 556 of the 623 patients (89·2 per cent) were followed up for a median of 11 years. There were no differences between the no-antibiotic and antibiotic group in recurrences (both 31·3 per cent; P = 0·986), complications (4·4 versus 5·0 per cent; P = 0·737), surgery for diverticulitis (6·2 versus 7·1 per cent; P = 0·719) or colorectal cancer (0·4 versus 2·1 per cent; P = 0·061). The response rate for the EQ-5D™ was 52·8 versus 45·2 per cent respectively (P = 0·030), and no differences were found between the two groups in any of the measured dimensions. CONCLUSION Antibiotic avoidance for uncomplicated diverticulitis is safe in the long term.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- D Isacson
- Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery, and Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås, 72189, Västerås, Sweden
| | - K Smedh
- Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery, and Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås, 72189, Västerås, Sweden
| | - M Nikberg
- Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery, and Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås, 72189, Västerås, Sweden
| | - A Chabok
- Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery, and Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås, 72189, Västerås, Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
26
|
Abstract
BACKGROUND Uncomplicated colonic diverticulitis is common. There is no consensus regarding the most appropriate management. Some authors have reported the efficacy and safety of observational management, and others have argued for a more aggressive approach with oral or intravenous antibiotic treatment. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to perform an updated meta-analysis of the different management strategies for uncomplicated diverticulitis with 2 separate meta-analyses. DATA SOURCES MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane databases were used. STUDY SELECTION All randomized clinical trials, prospective, and retrospective comparative studies were included. INTERVENTIONS Observational and antibiotics treatment or oral and intravenous antibiotics treatment were included. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Successful management (emergency management, recurrence, elective management) was measured. RESULTS After review of 293 identified records, 11 studies fit inclusion criteria: 7 studies compared observational management and antibiotics treatment (2321 patients), and 4 studies compared oral and intravenous antibiotics treatment (355 patients). There was no significant difference between observational management and antibiotics treatment in terms of emergency surgery (0.7% vs 1.4%; p = 0.1) and recurrence (11% vs 12%; p = 0.3). In this part, considering only randomized trials, elective surgery during the follow-up occurred more frequently in the observational group than the antibiotic group (2.5% vs 0.9%; p = 0.04). The second meta-analysis showed that failure and recurrence rates were similar between oral and intravenous antibiotics treatment (6% vs 7% (p = 0.6) and 8% vs 9% (p = 0.8)). LIMITATIONS Inclusion of nonrandomized studies, identification of high risks of bias (selection, performance, and detection bias), and presence of heterogeneity between the studies limited this work. CONCLUSIONS Observational management was not statistically different from antibiotic treatment for the primary outcome of needing to undergo surgery. However, in patients being treated by antibiotics, our studies demonstrated that oral administration was similar to intravenous administration and provided lower costs. Although it may be difficult for physicians to do, there is mounting evidence that not treating uncomplicated colonic diverticulitis with antibiotics is a viable treatment alternative.
Collapse
|
27
|
Cirocchi R, Randolph JJ, Binda GA, Gioia S, Henry BM, Tomaszewski KA, Allegritti M, Arezzo A, Marzaioli R, Ruscelli P. Is the outpatient management of acute diverticulitis safe and effective? A systematic review and meta-analysis. Tech Coloproctol 2019; 23:87-100. [PMID: 30684110 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-018-1919-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2018] [Accepted: 12/26/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND In Western countries, the incidence of acute diverticulitis (AD) is increasing. Patients with uncomplicated diverticulitis can undergo a standard antibiotic treatment in an outpatient setting. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the safety and efficacy of the management of acute diverticulitis in an outpatient setting. METHODS A literature search was performed on PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Central and Web of Science up to September 2018. Studies including patients who had outpatient management of uncomplicated acute diverticulitis were considered. We manually checked the reference lists of all included studies to identify any additional studies. Primary outcome was the overall failure rates in the outpatient setting. The failure of outpatient setting was defined as any emergency hospital admission in patients who had outpatient treatment for AD in the previous 60 days. A subgroup analysis of failure was performed in patients with AD of the left colon, with or without comorbidities, with previous episodes of AD, in patients with diabetes, with different severity of AD (pericolic air and abdominal abscess), with or without antibiotic treatment, with ambulatory versus home care unit follow-up, with or without protocol and where outpatient management is a common practice. The secondary outcome was the rate of emergency surgical treatment or percutaneous drainage in patients who failed outpatient treatment. RESULTS This systematic review included 21 studies including 1781 patients who had outpatient management of AD including 11 prospective, 9 retrospective and only 1 randomized trial. The meta-analysis showed that outpatient management is safe, and the overall failure rate in an outpatient setting was 4.3% (95% CI 2.6%-6.3%). Localization of diverticulitis is not a selection criterion for an outpatient strategy (p 0.512). The other subgroup analyses did not report any factors that influence the rate of failure: previous episodes of acute diverticulitis (p = 0.163), comorbidities (p = 0.187), pericolic air (p = 0.653), intra-abdominal abscess (p = 0.326), treatment according to a registered protocol (p = 0.078), type of follow-up (p = 0.700), type of antibiotic treatment (p = 0.647) or diabetes (p = 0.610). In patients who failed outpatient treatment, the majority had prolonged antibiotic therapy and only few had percutaneous drainage for an abscess (0.13%) or surgical intervention for perforation (0.06%). These results should be interpreted with some caution because of the low quality of available data. CONCLUSIONS The outpatient management of AD can reduce the rate of emergency hospitalizations. This setting is already part of the common clinical practice of many emergency departments, in which a standardized protocol is followed. The data reported suggest that this management is safe if associated with an accurate selection of patients (40%); but no subgroup analysis demonstrated significant differences between groups (such as comorbidities, previous episode, diabetes). The main limitations of the findings of the present review concern their applicability in common clinical practice as it was impossible to identify strict criteria of failure.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- R Cirocchi
- Department of Surgical Science, University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy
| | - J J Randolph
- Georgia Baptist College of Nursing, Mercer University, Atlanta, GA, USA
| | - G A Binda
- Department of Surgery, Galliera Hospital, Genoa, Italy
| | - S Gioia
- Section of Legal Medicine, AOSP Terni, via T. di Joannuccio snc, 05100, Terni, TR, Italy.
| | - B M Henry
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA
| | - K A Tomaszewski
- International Evidence-Based Anatomy Working Group, Kraków, Poland
| | - M Allegritti
- Interventional Radiology Unit, AOSP Terni, via T. di Joannuccio snc, 05100, Terni, Italy
| | - A Arezzo
- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
| | - R Marzaioli
- Department of Emergency and Organ Transplantation (DETO), University Medical School "A. Moro" Bari, Bari, Italy
| | - P Ruscelli
- Emergency Surgery Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Torrette Hospital, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Sippola S, Grönroos J, Sallinen V, Rautio T, Nordström P, Rantanen T, Hurme S, Leppäniemi A, Meriläinen S, Laukkarinen J, Savolainen H, Virtanen J, Salminen P. A randomised placebo-controlled double-blind multicentre trial comparing antibiotic therapy with placebo in the treatment of uncomplicated acute appendicitis: APPAC III trial study protocol. BMJ Open 2018; 8:e023623. [PMID: 30391919 PMCID: PMC6231590 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-023623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2018] [Revised: 08/19/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Recent studies show that antibiotic therapy is safe and feasible for CT-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis. Spontaneous resolution of acute appendicitis has already been observed over a hundred years ago. In CT-confirmed uncomplicated acute diverticulitis (left-sided appendicitis), studies have shown no benefit from antibiotics compared with symptomatic treatment, but this shift from antibiotics to symptomatic treatment has not yet been widely implemented in clinical practice. Recently, symptomatic treatment of uncomplicated acute appendicitis has been demonstrated in a Korean open-label study. However, a double-blinded placebo-controlled study to illustrate the role of antibiotics and spontaneous resolution of uncomplicated acute appendicitis is still lacking. METHODS AND ANALYSIS The APPAC III (APPendicitis ACuta III) trial is a multicentre, double-blind, placebo-controlled, superiority randomised study comparing antibiotic therapy with placebo in the treatment CT scan-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis aiming to evaluate the role of antibiotics in the resolution of uncomplicated acute appendicitis. Adult patients (18-60 years) with CT scan-confirmed uncomplicated acute appendicitis (the absence of appendicolith, abscess, perforation and tumour) will be enrolled in five Finnish university hospitals.Primary endpoint is success of the randomised treatment, defined as resolution of acute appendicitis resulting in discharge from the hospital without surgical intervention within 10 days after initiating randomised treatment (treatment efficacy). Secondary endpoints include postintervention complications, recurrent symptoms after treatment up to 1 year, late recurrence of acute appendicitis after 1 year, duration of hospital stay, sick leave, treatment costs and quality of life. A decrease of 15 percentage points in success rate is considered clinically important difference. The superiority of antibiotic treatment compared with placebo will be analysed using Fisher's one-sided test and CI will be calculated for proportion difference. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This protocol has been approved by the Ethics Committee of Turku University Hospital and the Finnish Medicines Agency (FIMEA). The findings will be disseminated in peer-reviewed academic journals. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT03234296; Pre-results.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Suvi Sippola
- Division of Digestive Surgery and
Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery,
University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Juha Grönroos
- Division of Digestive Surgery and
Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery,
University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Ville Sallinen
- Department of Surgery,
Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Tero Rautio
- Department of Surgery,
Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
| | - Pia Nordström
- Division of Surgery, Gastroenterology and
Oncology, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
| | - Tuomo Rantanen
- Department of Surgery,
Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
| | - Saija Hurme
- Department of Biostatistics,
University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| | - Ari Leppäniemi
- Department of Surgery,
Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
| | | | - Johanna Laukkarinen
- Division of Surgery, Gastroenterology and
Oncology, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
| | - Heini Savolainen
- Department of Surgery,
Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
| | - Johanna Virtanen
- Department of Radiology,
Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
| | - Paulina Salminen
- Division of Digestive Surgery and
Urology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
- Department of Surgery,
University of Turku, Turku, Finland
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
Kechagias A, Sofianidis A, Zografos G, Leandros E, Alexakis N, Dervenis C. Index C-reactive protein predicts increased severity in acute sigmoid diverticulitis. Ther Clin Risk Manag 2018; 14:1847-1853. [PMID: 30323607 PMCID: PMC6174315 DOI: 10.2147/tcrm.s160113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Purpose Conservative management is successful in unperforated (Hinchey Ia) acute diverticulitis (AD) and also generally in local perforation or small abscesses (Hinchey Ib). A higher degree of radiological severity (Hinchey >Ib), ie, a larger abscess (>3-4 cm) or peritonitis, commonly requires percutaneous drainage or surgery. Retrospective studies show that high levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) distinguish Hinchey Ia from all cases of minor and major perforations (Hinchey >Ia). The current study aims to evaluate the usefulness of CRP in distinguishing AD with a higher degree of severity (Hinchey >Ib) from cases that can be treated noninvasively (Hinchey Ia/Ib). Methods Data from consecutive patients with AD were collected prospectively. All underwent computed tomography (CT). Index parameters obtained at the initial evaluation at the emergency unit were analyzed to assess the association with the outcome. The exclusion criteria comprised concomitant conditions that affected CRP baseline levels. Results Ninety-nine patients were analyzed. Eighty-eight had mild radiological grading (Hinchey Ia/Ib), and 11 had severe radiological grading (Hinchey >Ib) (median index CRP 80 mg/L vs 236 mg/L [P<0.001]). White blood cells, neutrophils/lymphocytes, serum creatinine, serum glucose, generalized peritonitis, generalized abdominal tenderness, urinary symptoms, and index CRP were related to severe disease. Index CRP was the only independent predictor for Hinchey >Ib (P=0.038). The optimal cutoff value calculated by receiver operating characteristic curve analysis was found to be 173 mg/L (sensitivity 90.9%, specificity 90.9%, P<0.001). All patients who underwent radiological drainage or surgery had an index CRP >173 mg/L and Hinchey >Ib. Conclusion CRP levels >173 mg/L obtained at the initial evaluation at the emergency unit predict major acute complications in AD. These patients commonly require urgent percutaneous drainage or surgical management.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Aristotelis Kechagias
- Department of Surgery, Konstantopouleion Hospital, Athens, Greece, .,Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Kanta-Häme Central Hospital, Hämeenlinna, Finland,
| | | | - Georgios Zografos
- First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Hippocratio Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
| | - Emmanouel Leandros
- First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Hippocratio Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
| | - Nicholas Alexakis
- First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Hippocratio Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
| | | |
Collapse
|
30
|
Huston JM, Zuckerbraun BS, Moore LJ, Sanders JM, Duane TM. Antibiotics versus No Antibiotics for the Treatment of Acute Uncomplicated Diverticulitis: Review of the Evidence and Future Directions. Surg Infect (Larchmt) 2018; 19:648-654. [DOI: 10.1089/sur.2018.115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Jared M. Huston
- Departments of Surgery and Science Education, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, New York
| | - Brian S. Zuckerbraun
- Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
| | - Laura J. Moore
- Department of Surgery, The University of Texas McGovern Medical School, Houston, Texas
| | - James M. Sanders
- Department of Pharmacy and John Peter Smith Health Network, Fort Worth, Texas
| | - Therese M. Duane
- Department of Surgery, John Peter Smith Health Network, Fort Worth, Texas
| |
Collapse
|
31
|
Mocanu V, Dang JT, Switzer N, Tavakoli I, Tian C, de Gara C, Birch DW, Karmali S. The role of antibiotics in acute uncomplicated diverticulitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Surg 2018; 216:604-609. [DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2018.01.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2017] [Revised: 01/17/2018] [Accepted: 01/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
|
32
|
Rezapour M, Stollman N. Antibiotics in Uncomplicated Acute Diverticulitis: To Give or Not to Give? Inflamm Intest Dis 2018; 3:75-79. [PMID: 30733951 DOI: 10.1159/000489631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2018] [Accepted: 04/25/2018] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD) is generally felt to be caused by obstruction and inflammation of a colonic diverticulum and occurs in about 4-5% of patients with diverticulosis. The cornerstone of AUD treatment has conventionally been antibiotic therapy, but with a paradigm shift in the underlying pathogenesis of the disease from bacterial infection to more of an inflammatory process, as well as concerns about antibiotic overuse, this dogma has recently been questioned. We will review emerging data that supports more selective antibiotic use in this population, as well as newer guidelines that advocate this position as well. While there are no discrete algorithms to guide us, we will attempt to suggest clinical scenarios where antibiotics may reasonably be withheld.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mona Rezapour
- Division of Gastroenterology, California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, California, USA
| | - Neil Stollman
- Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, East Bay Center for Digestive Health, Oakland, California, USA
| |
Collapse
|
33
|
Emile SH, Elfeki H, Sakr A, Shalaby M. Management of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis without antibiotics: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression of predictors of treatment failure. Tech Coloproctol 2018; 22:499-509. [PMID: 29980885 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-018-1817-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2018] [Accepted: 06/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Diverticulitis is a common complication of diverticular disease of the colon. While complicated diverticulitis often warrants intervention, acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD) is usually managed conservatively. The aim of the present review was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of conservative treatment of AUD without antibiotics compared to standard antibiotic treatment. METHODS A systematic literature review in compliance with PRISMA guidelines was conducted. Electronic databases including PubMed/Medline, Scopus, Embase and Cochrane central register of controlled trials were searched. Studies that assessed efficacy and safety of treatment of AUD without antibiotics were included. Outcome parameters were rates of treatment failure, recurrence of diverticulitis, complications and mortality, readmission to hospital, and need for surgery. RESULTS Nine studies including 2565 patients were included to the review. Of these patients, 65.1% were treated conservatively without antibiotics. Treatment failure was observed in 5.1% of patients not-given-antibiotic treatment versus 3.4% of those given antibiotic treatment. Recurrent diverticulitis occurred in 9.3% of patients in the non-antibiotic group versus 12.1% of patients in the antibiotic group. On meta-analysis of the studies, there were no significant differences between non-antibiotic and antibiotic treatment groups regarding rates of treatment failure (OR = 1.5, p = 0.06), recurrence of diverticulitis (OR = 0.81, p = 0.2), complications (OR = 0.56, p = 0.25), readmission rates (OR = 0.97, p = 0.91), need for surgery (OR = 0.59, p = 0.28), and mortality (OR = 0.64, p = 0.47). The only variable that was significantly associated with treatment failure in the non-antibiotic treatment group was associated comorbidities (standard error (SE) = - 0.07, 95% CI - 0.117 - 0.032; p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Treatment of AUD without antibiotics is feasible, safe, and effective. Adding broad-spectrum antibiotics to the treatment regimen did not serve to decrease treatment failure, recurrence, complications, hospital readmissions, and need for surgery significantly compared to non-antibiotic treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S H Emile
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General Surgery, Mansoura Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University Hospitals, Mansoura University, Elgomhuoria Street, Mansoura City, Egypt.
| | - H Elfeki
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General Surgery, Mansoura Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University Hospitals, Mansoura University, Elgomhuoria Street, Mansoura City, Egypt
- Department of Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
| | - A Sakr
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General Surgery, Mansoura Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University Hospitals, Mansoura University, Elgomhuoria Street, Mansoura City, Egypt
| | - M Shalaby
- Colorectal Surgery Unit, Department of General Surgery, Mansoura Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University Hospitals, Mansoura University, Elgomhuoria Street, Mansoura City, Egypt
| |
Collapse
|
34
|
Theodoropoulos D. Current Options for the Emergency Management of Diverticular Disease and Options to Reduce the Need for Colostomy. Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2018; 31:229-235. [PMID: 29942213 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1607961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
This article reviews the current options and recommendations for the emergency management of acute diverticulitis, including the spectrum of antibiotics, percutaneous drainage, laparoscopic lavage, and surgical options for resection with the restoration of bowel continuity.
Collapse
|
35
|
Isacson D, Andreasson K, Nikberg M, Smedh K, Chabok A. Outpatient management of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis results in health-care cost savings. Scand J Gastroenterol 2018. [PMID: 29543100 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2018.1448887] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE Outpatient management without antibiotics has been shown to be safe for selected patients diagnosed with acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD). The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact on admissions, complication rates and health-care costs of the policy of outpatient treatment without using antibiotics. METHODS The medical records of all patients diagnosed with AUD in the year before (2011) and after (2014) the implementation of outpatient management without antibiotics in Västmanland County were reviewed. Health-care cost analysis was performed using the Swedish cost-per-patient model. RESULTS In total, 494 episodes of AUD were identified, 254 in 2011 and 240 in 2014. The proportion of patients managed as outpatients was 20% in 2011 compared with 60% in 2014 (p < .001). There were 203 hospital admissions and a total length of stay of 677 days in 2011 compared with 95 admissions and 344 days in 2014 (both p < .001). The total health-care cost was €558,679 in 2011 compared with €370,370 in 2014 (p < .001). Three patients developed complications in 2011 and four in 2014 (p = .469). CONCLUSIONS The new policy of outpatient management without antibiotics in routine health care almost halved the total health-care cost without an increase in the complication rate.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Daniel Isacson
- a Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery , Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås , Västerås , Sweden
| | - Karl Andreasson
- a Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery , Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås , Västerås , Sweden
| | - Maziar Nikberg
- a Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery , Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås , Västerås , Sweden
| | - Kenneth Smedh
- a Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery , Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås , Västerås , Sweden
| | - Abbas Chabok
- a Colorectal Unit, Department of Surgery , Centre for Clinical Research Uppsala University, Västmanlands Hospital Västerås , Västerås , Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
36
|
Long-term quality of life after conservative treatment versus surgery for different stages of acute sigmoid diverticulitis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2018; 33:317-326. [PMID: 29397430 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-018-2969-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/14/2018] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE It is controversial whether patients fare better with conservative or surgical treatment in certain stages of acute diverticulitis (AD), in particular when phlegmonous inflammation or covered micro- or macro-perforation are present. The aim of this study was to determine long-term quality of life (QoL) for AD patients who received either surgery or conservative treatment in different stages. METHODS We included patients treated for AD at the University Hospital Grosshadern, Munich, Germany, between January 1, 2000, and December 31, 2010. Patients were classified by the Hansen and Stock (HS) classification, the modified Hinchey classification, and the German classification of diverticular disease (CDD). Pre-therapeutic staging was based on multidetector computed tomography. Long-term QoL was assessed by the Cleveland Global Quality of Life (CGQL) questionnaire, the Short Form 36 (SF-36), and the Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index (GIQLI). Data are mean ± SEM. RESULTS Patients with phlegmonous AD (HS type 2a, Hinchey Ia and CDD 1b, respectively) had a better long-term QoL on the GIQLI when they were operated (78.5 ± 2.5 vs. 70.7 ± 2.1; p < 0.05). Patients with micro-abscess (CDD 2a) had a better long-term QoL on the GIQLI, CGQL, and the "Role Physical" scale of the SF-36 when they were not operated (GIQLI 86.9 ± 2.1 vs. 76.8 ± 1.0; p = 0.10; CGQL 82.8 ± 5.1 vs. 65.3 ± 11.0; p = 0.08; SF-36/Role Physical 100 ± 0.0 vs. 41.7 ± 13.9; p < 0.001). Patients with macro-abscess (CDD 2b) had a better long-term QoL when they were operated (GIQLI 89.3 ± 1.4 vs. 69.5 ± 4.5; p < 0.01; CGQL 80.3 ± 7.6 vs. 60.5 ± 5.8; p < 0.05; SF-36/Role Physical 95.8 ± 4.2 vs. 47.9 ± 13.6; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Considering long-term QoL, phlegmonous AD (HS type 2a, Hinchey Ia and CDD 1b, respectively) should be treated conservatively. In patients with covered perforation, abscess size should guide the decision on whether to perform surgery later on or not. In the light of long-term quality of life, patients fare better after elective sigmoid colectomy when abscess size exceeds 1 cm.
Collapse
|
37
|
Galetin T, Galetin A, Vestweber KH, Rink AD. Systematic review and comparison of national and international guidelines on diverticular disease. Int J Colorectal Dis 2018; 33:261-272. [PMID: 29349481 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-017-2960-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/31/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE Diverticular disease is common and of increasing medical and economical importance. Various practice guidelines on diagnostic and treatment on this disease exist. We compared current guidelines on the disease in order to identify concordant and discordant recommendations. METHOD Eleven national and international guidelines on diverticular disease published over the last 10 years have been identified by a systematic literature review on PubMed and compared in detail for 20 main and 51 subtopics. RESULTS The available evidence for the most aspects was rated as moderate or low. There was concordance for the following items: Diagnosis of diverticulitis should be confirmed by imaging methods (10 of 10 guidelines). Mild forms may be treated out-patient (10/10). Abscesses are treated non-surgically (9/9). Elective surgery should be indicated by individual patient-related factors, only, and be performed laparoscopically (10/10, 9/9 respectively). Main differences were found in the questions of appropriate classification, imaging diagnostic (computed-tomography versus ultra-sound), need for antibiotics in out-patient treatment and mode of surgery for diverticular perforation. Despite growing evidence that antibiotics are not needed for treating mild diverticulitis, only 3/10 guidelines have corresponding recommendations. Hartmann's procedure has been abandoned several years ago and is now recommended for feculent peritonitis by the three most recent guidelines. In contrast, laparoscopic lavage without resection is not recommended anymore. CONCLUSION There are dissents in the recommendations for central aspects regarding the diagnostic and treatment of diverticular disease in recently published guidelines.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- T Galetin
- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Leverkusen General Hospital, Am Gesundheitspark 11, 51375, Leverkusen, Germany.
| | - A Galetin
- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Leverkusen General Hospital, Am Gesundheitspark 11, 51375, Leverkusen, Germany
| | - K-H Vestweber
- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Leverkusen General Hospital, Am Gesundheitspark 11, 51375, Leverkusen, Germany
| | - A D Rink
- Department of General, Visceral and Thoracic Surgery, Leverkusen General Hospital, Am Gesundheitspark 11, 51375, Leverkusen, Germany.
| |
Collapse
|
38
|
Tandon A, Fretwell VL, Nunes QM, Rooney PS. Antibiotics versus no antibiotics in the treatment of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis - a systematic review and meta-analysis. Colorectal Dis 2018; 20:179-188. [PMID: 29323778 DOI: 10.1111/codi.14013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2017] [Accepted: 12/30/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD) is common and antibiotics are the cornerstone of traditional conservative management. This approach lacks clear evidence base and studies have recently suggested that avoidance of antibiotics is a safe and efficacious way to manage AUD. The aim of this systematic review is to determine the safety and efficacy of treating AUD without antibiotics. METHODS A systematic search of Embase, Cochrane library, MEDLINE, Science Citation Index Expanded, and ClinicalTrials. gov was performed. Studies comparing antibiotics versus no antibiotics in the treatment of AUD were included. Meta-analysis was performed using the random effects model with the primary outcome measure being diverticulitis-associated complications. Secondary outcomes were readmission rate, diverticulitis recurrence, mean hospital stay, requirement for surgery and requirement for percutaneous drainage. RESULTS Eight studies were included involving 2469 patients; 1626 in the non-antibiotic group (NAb) and 843 in the antibiotic group (Ab). There was a higher complication rate in the Ab group however this was not significant (1.9% versus 2.6%) with a combined risk ratio (RR) of 0.63 (95% CI, 0.25 to 1.57, p=0.32). There was a shorter mean length of hospital stay in the Nab group (standard mean difference of -1.18 (95% CI, -2.34 to -0.03 p= 0.04). There was no significant difference in readmission, recurrence and surgical intervention rate or requirement for percutaneous drainage. CONCLUSION Treatment of AUD without antibiotics may be feasible with outcomes that are comparable to antibiotic treatment and with potential benefits for patients and the NHS. Large scale randomised multicentre studies are needed. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ashutosh Tandon
- Aintree University Hospital, Longmoor Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AL
| | | | - Quentin M Nunes
- Royal Liverpool Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
- NIHR Liverpool Pancreas Biomedical Research Unit, Royal Liverpool, Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust, Department of Molecular and Clinical Cancer Medicine University of Liverpool, 5th Floor UCD, c/o The Duncan Building, Daulby Street, Liverpool, L69 3GA
| | - Paul S Rooney
- Royal Liverpool Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
| |
Collapse
|
39
|
Abstract
BACKGROUND The shift from routine antibiotics towards omitting antibiotics for uncomplicated acute diverticulitis opens up the possibility for outpatient instead of inpatient treatment, potentially reducing the burden of one of the most common gastrointestinal diseases in the Western world. PURPOSE Assessing the safety and cost savings of outpatient treatment in acute colonic diverticulitis. METHODS PubMed and EMBASE were searched for studies on outpatient treatment of colonic diverticulitis, confirmed with computed tomography or ultrasound. Outcomes were readmission rate, need for emergency surgery or percutaneous abscess drainage, and healthcare costs. RESULTS A total of 19 studies with 2303 outpatient treated patients were included. These studies predominantly excluded patients with comorbidity or immunosuppression, inability to tolerate oral intake, or lack of an adequate social network. The pooled incidence rate of readmission for outpatient treatment was 7% (95%CI 6-9%, I2 48%). Only 0.2% (2/1288) of patients underwent emergency surgery, and 0.2% (2/1082) of patients underwent percutaneous abscess drainage. Only two studies compared readmission rates outpatients that had similar characteristics as a control group of inpatients; 4.5% (3/66) and 6.3% (2/32) readmissions in outpatient groups versus 6.1% (4/66) and 0.0% (0/44) readmissions in inpatient groups (p = 0.619 and p = 0.174, respectively). Average healthcare cost savings for outpatient compared with inpatient treatment ranged between 42 and 82%. CONCLUSION Outpatient treatment of uncomplicated diverticulitis resulted in low readmission rates and very low rates of complications. Furthermore, healthcare cost savings were substantial. Therefore, outpatient treatment of uncomplicated diverticulitis seems to be a safe option for most patients.
Collapse
|
40
|
Chan DKH, Tan KK. Asian patients with Hinchey Ia acute diverticulitis: a condition for the ambulatory setting? Int J Colorectal Dis 2018; 33:61-64. [PMID: 29090326 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-017-2929-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/27/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Diverticulitis in Asians is a different disease entity from Western counterparts. Few Asian studies have evaluated the management of acute Hinchey Ia diverticulitis with consideration for outpatient management. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the outcomes of Asian patients with Hinchey Ia acute diverticulitis. METHODS A retrospective review of all patients who were treated for Hinchey Ia acute colonic diverticulitis between 2012 and 2014 was performed. All patients were diagnosed on computed tomography (CT). RESULTS There were 129 patients with Hinchey Ia acute diverticulitis. Fifty-five (42.6%) patients were male, and the median age was 54 years (range, 30-86). Eighty-seven (67.4%) patients had right-sided diverticulitis. Most patients were treated empirically with intravenous ceftriaxone and metronidazole (89.1%). They were then discharged with oral antibiotics. Only 6.1% of patients had a positive blood culture. The median length of stay in the hospital was 4 (range, 3-4) days. Only three (2.3%) patients were readmitted for acute diverticulitis within 30 days. They were managed with antibiotics and discharged well. The repeated CT scans reconfirmed Hinchey Ia diverticulitis. No patients required emergency surgery, and there were no 30-day mortalities. CONCLUSION Asian patients with Hinchey Ia diverticulitis recovered well with conservative management and could be amenable to outpatient therapy. Future prospective studies should be performed amongst Asians to evaluate managing this condition in an ambulatory setting.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Dedrick Kok Hong Chan
- Division of Colorectal Surgery, University Surgical Cluster, National University Health System, Singapore1E Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119228, Singapore
| | - Ker-Kan Tan
- Division of Colorectal Surgery, University Surgical Cluster, National University Health System, Singapore1E Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119228, Singapore. .,Department of Surgery, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
| |
Collapse
|
41
|
Mora Lopez L, Ruiz-Edo N, Serra Pla S, Pallisera Llovera A, Navarro Soto S, Serra-Aracil X. Multicentre, controlled, randomized clinical trial to compare the efficacy and safety of ambulatory treatment of mild acute diverticulitis without antibiotics with the standard treatment with antibiotics. Int J Colorectal Dis 2017; 32:1509-1516. [PMID: 28808771 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-017-2879-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/01/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE Acute diverticulitis (AD) is a highly prevalent disease in Spain. Its chronic-recurrent appearance and high rate of relapse mean that it has a major epidemiological and economic impact on our health system. In spite of this, it has not been studied in any great depth. Reassessing its etiopathology, recent studies have observed that it is an inflammatory disease-not, as classic theories had postulated, an infectious one. In the light of these findings, the suitability of antibiotics for its treatment has been reconsidered. At present, however, the evidence for incorporating these findings into clinical practice guidelines remains insufficient. METHODS This study was designed to analyse the safety and efficacy of a non-antibiotic treatment for mild AD. Patients with mild AD (grade 0 in the modified Neff classification) who meet the inclusion criteria will be randomly assigned to one of two outpatient treatment strategies: (a) classical treatment (antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and low-fibre diet) or (b) experimental treatment (anti-inflammatories and low-fibre diet). Clinical controls will be performed at 2, 7, 30, and 90 days. We will determine whether there are any differences in the clinical outcome between groups. The main objective is to demonstrate that antibiotics neither accelerate the resolution of the disease nor decrease the number of complications and/or recurrences in these patients, suggesting that their use may be unnecessary. CONCLUSIONS The results of this trial will help to optimize and homogenize the treatment of this highly prevalent disease. However, more studies are required before firm changes can be introduced in international clinical practice guidelines. TRIAL REGISTRATION The trial has been registered at the ClinicalTrials.gov database (ID: NCT02785549) and the EU Clinical Trials Register database (EudraCT number: 2016-001596-75).
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Laura Mora Lopez
- Corporació Sanitària Parc Taulí (CSPT). Parc Taulí, Street, 1. PC: 08208, Sabadell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
| | - Neus Ruiz-Edo
- Corporació Sanitària Parc Taulí (CSPT). Parc Taulí, Street, 1. PC: 08208, Sabadell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
| | - Sheila Serra Pla
- Corporació Sanitària Parc Taulí (CSPT). Parc Taulí, Street, 1. PC: 08208, Sabadell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
| | - Anna Pallisera Llovera
- Corporació Sanitària Parc Taulí (CSPT). Parc Taulí, Street, 1. PC: 08208, Sabadell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
| | - Salvador Navarro Soto
- Corporació Sanitària Parc Taulí (CSPT). Parc Taulí, Street, 1. PC: 08208, Sabadell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
| | - Xavier Serra-Aracil
- Corporació Sanitària Parc Taulí (CSPT). Parc Taulí, Street, 1. PC: 08208, Sabadell, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
42
|
Abstract
Increasing interest in diverticular disease by the scientific community in the last 10-15 years has resulted in an increased number of publications. Among other things, nonevidence-based therapeutic paradigms were tested in randomized, controlled therapy studies. The importance of surgery in the therapy of diverticulitis has diminished in recent years; in particular, it has no role in the treatment of diverticulitis types 1a, 1b, and 2a according to the Classification of Diverticular Disease (CDD) treated successfully by conservative means. Surgery has only a subordinate role in recurrent type 3b diverticulitis according to the CDD. Diverticulitis is therefore increasingly treated using conservative or drug therapy. However, only the classic, established antibiotics are currently available as effective drugs for the treatment of diverticular disease. However, these are also decreasing in significance. Over 90% of patients with type 1a/1b diverticulitis can be safely treated according to current data without the use of antibiotics. It is possible that type 2a diverticulitis will also be successfully treated without antibiotics in the future. Substances such as rifaximin, mesalazine, or probiotics, which were tested above all in patients with chronic recurrent forms (CDD type 3a/3b), have not yet been established.
Collapse
|
43
|
Abstract
: Antibiotic resistance continues to receive national attention as a leading public health threat. In 2015, President Barack Obama proposed a National Action Plan to Combat Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria to curb the rise of "superbugs," bacteria resistant to antibiotics of last resort. Whereas many antibiotics are prescribed appropriately to treat infections, there continue to be a large number of inappropriately prescribed antibiotics. Although much of the national attention with regards to stewardship has focused on primary care providers, there is a significant opportunity for surgeons to embrace this national imperative and improve our practices. Local quality improvement efforts suggest that antibiotic misuse for surgical disease is common. Opportunities exist as part of day-to-day surgical care as well as through surgeons' interactions with nonsurgeon colleagues and policy experts. This article discusses the scope of the antibiotic misuse in surgery for surgical patients, and provides immediate practice improvements and also advocacy efforts surgeons can take to address the threat. We believe that surgical antibiotic prescribing patterns frequently do not adhere to evidence-based practices; surgeons are in a position to mitigate their ill effects; and antibiotic stewardship should be a part of every surgeons' practice.
Collapse
|
44
|
Sirany AME, Gaertner WB, Madoff RD, Kwaan MR. Diverticulitis Diagnosed in the Emergency Room: Is It Safe to Discharge Home? J Am Coll Surg 2017; 225:21-25. [PMID: 28450063 DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2017.02.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2017] [Revised: 02/06/2017] [Accepted: 02/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Inpatient treatment of patients with colon diverticulitis represents a significant financial and clinical burden to the health care system and patients. The aim of this study was to compare patients with diverticulitis in the emergency department (ED), who were discharged to home vs admitted to the hospital. STUDY DESIGN We reviewed all patients evaluated in the ED of a metropolitan health system, with the primary diagnosis of diverticulitis (ICD-9 562.11), from 2010 through 2012. Only patients diagnosed with CT and those with follow-up were included. RESULTS We identified 240 patients; 132 (55%) were women and mean age was 59.1 years (SD 16.1 years). Imaging findings included extraluminal air (21%), pericolic or pelvic abscess (12%), free fluid (16%), and pneumoperitoneum (6%). One hundred forty-four (60%) were admitted to the hospital and 96 (40%) were discharged to home on oral antibiotics. Patients admitted to the hospital were more likely to be older than 65 years (p = 0.0007), have a Charlson comorbidity score ≥ 2 (p = 0.0025), to be on steroids or immunosuppression (p = 0.0019), and have extraluminal air (p < 0.0001) or diverticular abscess (p < 0.0001) on imaging. Median follow-up for all patients was 36.5 months (interquartile range 25.2 to 43 months). Among patients discharged from the ED, 12.5% returned to the ED or were readmitted within 30 days, with only 1 patient (1%) requiring emergency surgery, but not until 20 months later. Patients admitted to the hospital had similar rates of readmission (15%; p = 0.65). CONCLUSIONS Patients diagnosed with uncomplicated diverticulitis in the emergency room can be safely discharged home on oral antibiotics, as long as CT findings are included in the decision-making process. Patients with complicated diverticulitis on CT scan should be admitted to the hospital with surgical consultation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anne-Marie E Sirany
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
| | - Wolfgang B Gaertner
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
| | - Robert D Madoff
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
| | - Mary R Kwaan
- Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN.
| |
Collapse
|
45
|
Low risk of complications in patients with first-time acute uncomplicated diverticulitis. Int J Colorectal Dis 2017; 32:1699-1702. [PMID: 29038965 PMCID: PMC5691119 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-017-2912-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/28/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE First-time acute uncomplicated diverticulitis (AUD) has been considered to have an increased risk of complication, but the level of evidence is low. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the risk of complications in patients with first-time AUD and in patients with a history of diverticulitis. METHODS This paper is a population-based retrospective study at Västmanland's Hospital, Västerås, Sweden, where all patients were identified with a diagnosis of colonic diverticular disease ICD-10 K57.0-9 from January 2010 to December 2014. The records of all patients were surveyed and patients with a computed tomography (CT)-verified AUD were included. Complications defined as CT-verified abscess, perforation, colonic obstruction, fistula, or sepsis within 1 month from the diagnosis of AUD were registered. RESULTS Of 809 patients with AUD, 642 (79%) had first-time AUD and 167 (21%) had a previous history of AUD with no differences in demographic or clinical characteristics. In total, 16 (2%) patients developed a complication within 1 month irrespective of whether they had a previous history of diverticulitis (P = 0.345). In the binary logistic regression analysis, first-time diverticulitis was not associated with increased risk of complications (OR 1.58; CI 0.52-4.81). The rate of antibiotic therapy was about 7-10% during the time period and outpatient management increased from 7% in 2010 to 61% in 2014. CONCLUSIONS The risk for development of complications is low in AUD with no difference between patients with first-time or recurrent diverticulitis. This result strengthens existing evidence on the benign disease course of AUD.
Collapse
|
46
|
Søreide K, Boermeester MA, Humes DJ, Velmahos GC. Acute colonic diverticulitis: modern understanding of pathomechanisms, risk factors, disease burden and severity. Scand J Gastroenterol 2016; 51:1416-1422. [PMID: 27539786 DOI: 10.1080/00365521.2016.1218536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Conservative, non-antibiotic and non-surgical management of acute diverticulitis is currently being investigated. To better inform clinical decisions, better understanding of disease mechanisms, disease burden and severity is needed. METHODS Literature search of risk factors, pathophysiology, epidemiology and disease burden/severity reported over the last decade. RESULTS Acute diverticulitis is a common disease and has a high disease burden. Incidence of hospital admissions is reported around 71 per 100,000 population, with reported increase in several subpopulations over the last decades. The incidence is likely to increase further with the aging populations. Risk factors for left-sided acute diverticulitis include dietary, anthropometric and lifestyle factors. Disease mechanisms are still poorly understood, but a distinction between inflammation and infection is emerging. The integrative and complex role of the gut microbiota has become an interesting factor for both understanding the disease as well as a potential target for intervention using probiotics. Mild, self-limiting events are increasingly reported from studies of successful non-antibiotic management in a considerable number of cases. Risk markers of progression to or presence of severe, complicated disease are needed for better disease stratification. Current risk stratification by clinical, imaging or endoscopic means is imperfect and needs validation. Long-term results from minimal-invasive and comparative surgical trials may better help inform clinicians and patients. CONCLUSIONS Over- and under-treatment as well as over- and under-diagnosis of severity is likely to continue in clinical practice due to lack of reliable, robust and universal severity and classification systems. Better understanding of pathophysiology is needed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kjetil Søreide
- a Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery , Stavanger University Hospital , Stavanger , Norway.,b Department of Clinical Medicine , University of Bergen , Bergen , Norway
| | - Marja A Boermeester
- c Department of Surgery , Academic Medical Center , Amsterdam , the Netherlands
| | - David J Humes
- d Division of Epidemiology and Public Health , School of Community Health Sciences, University of Nottingham , Nottingham , UK
| | - George C Velmahos
- e Division of Trauma Emergency Surgery and Surgical Critical Care , Massachusetts General Hospital , Boston , MA , USA.,f Harvard Medical School , Boston , MA , USA
| |
Collapse
|
47
|
Sartelli M, Catena F, Ansaloni L, Coccolini F, Griffiths EA, Abu-Zidan FM, Di Saverio S, Ulrych J, Kluger Y, Ben-Ishay O, Moore FA, Ivatury RR, Coimbra R, Peitzman AB, Leppaniemi A, Fraga GP, Maier RV, Chiara O, Kashuk J, Sakakushev B, Weber DG, Latifi R, Biffl W, Bala M, Karamarkovic A, Inaba K, Ordonez CA, Hecker A, Augustin G, Demetrashvili Z, Melo RB, Marwah S, Zachariah SK, Shelat VG, McFarlane M, Rems M, Gomes CA, Faro MP, Júnior GAP, Negoi I, Cui Y, Sato N, Vereczkei A, Bellanova G, Birindelli A, Di Carlo I, Kok KY, Gachabayov M, Gkiokas G, Bouliaris K, Çolak E, Isik A, Rios-Cruz D, Soto R, Moore EE. WSES Guidelines for the management of acute left sided colonic diverticulitis in the emergency setting. World J Emerg Surg 2016; 11:37. [PMID: 27478494 PMCID: PMC4966807 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-016-0095-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 127] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2016] [Accepted: 07/26/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Acute left sided colonic diverticulitis is one of the most common clinical conditions encountered by surgeons in acute setting. A World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES) Consensus Conference on acute diverticulitis was held during the 3rd World Congress of the WSES in Jerusalem, Israel, on July 7th, 2015. During this consensus conference the guidelines for the management of acute left sided colonic diverticulitis in the emergency setting were presented and discussed. This document represents the executive summary of the final guidelines approved by the consensus conference.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Massimo Sartelli
- Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Via Santa Lucia 2, 62019 Macerata, Italy
| | - Fausto Catena
- Department of Surgery, Maggiore Hospital, Parma, Italy
| | - Luca Ansaloni
- General Surgery Department, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
| | | | - Ewen A. Griffiths
- General and Upper GI Surgery, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK
| | - Fikri M. Abu-Zidan
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, UAE University, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
| | | | - Jan Ulrych
- 1st Department of Surgery - Department of Abdominal, Thoracic Surgery and Traumatology, General University Hospital, Prague, Czech Republic
| | - Yoram Kluger
- Department of General Surgery, Division of Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
| | - Ofir Ben-Ishay
- Department of General Surgery, Division of Surgery, Rambam Health Care Campus, Haifa, Israel
| | - Frederick A. Moore
- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery, and Center for Sepsis and Critical Illness Research, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL USA
| | - Rao R. Ivatury
- Department of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA USA
| | - Raul Coimbra
- Department of Surgery, UC San Diego Medical Center, San Diego, USA
| | - Andrew B. Peitzman
- Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, USA
| | - Ari Leppaniemi
- Abdominal Center, University Hospital Meilahti, Helsinki, Finland
| | - Gustavo P. Fraga
- Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas (Unicamp), Campinas, SP Brazil
| | - Ronald V. Maier
- Department of Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA USA
| | - Osvaldo Chiara
- Emergency Department, Niguarda Ca’Granda Hospital, Milan, Italy
| | - Jeffry Kashuk
- Assia Medical Group, Assuta Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
| | - Boris Sakakushev
- First Clinic of General Surgery, University Hospital/UMBAL/St George Plovdiv, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
| | - Dieter G. Weber
- Department of Traumatology, John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, NSW Australia
| | - Rifat Latifi
- Department of Surgery, Trauma Research Institute, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ USA
| | - Walter Biffl
- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado, Denver Health Medical Center, Denver, CO USA
| | - Miklosh Bala
- Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Unit, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
| | | | - Kenji Inaba
- Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, Los Angeles County and University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA USA
| | - Carlos A. Ordonez
- Department of Surgery, Fundación Valle del Lili, Hospital Universitario del Valle, Universidad del Valle, Cali, Colombia
| | - Andreas Hecker
- Department of General and Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Giessen, Giessen, Germany
| | - Goran Augustin
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital Center Zagreb and School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
| | - Zaza Demetrashvili
- Department of Surgery, Tbilisi State Medical University, Kipshidze Central University Hospital, Tbilisi, Georgia
| | - Renato Bessa Melo
- Department of General Surgery, Centro Hospitalar São João, Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade do Porto, Porto, Portugal
| | - Sanjay Marwah
- Department of Surgery, Pt BDS Post-graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India
| | | | - Vishal G. Shelat
- Department of General Surgery, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Tan Tock Seng, Singapore, Singapore
| | - Michael McFarlane
- Department of Surgery, Radiology, Anaesthetics and Intensive Care, University Hospital of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica
| | - Miran Rems
- Surgical Department, General Hospital Jesenice, Jesenice, Slovenia
| | - Carlos Augusto Gomes
- Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF) AND Faculdade de Ciências Médicas e da Saúde de Juiz de Fora (SUPREMA), Juiz de Fora, MG Brazil
| | - Mario Paulo Faro
- Department of General Surgery, Trauma and Emergency Surgery Division, ABC Medical School, Santo André, SP Brazil
| | - Gerson Alves Pereira Júnior
- Emergency Surgery and Trauma Unit, Department of Surgery, University of Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
| | - Ionut Negoi
- Emergency Hospital of Bucharest, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Carol Davila Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
| | - Yunfeng Cui
- Department of Surgery, Tianjin Nankai Hospital, Nankai Clinical School of Medicine, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
| | - Norio Sato
- Department of Primary Care & Emergency Medicine, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
| | - Andras Vereczkei
- Department of Surgery, Medical School University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
| | | | | | - Isidoro Di Carlo
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Organs Transplantation and Advanced Technologies, “G.F. Ingrassia” University of Catania, Cannizzaro Hospital, Catania, Italy
| | - Kenneth Y Kok
- Department of Surgery, The Brunei Cancer Centre, Jerudong Park, Brunei
| | - Mahir Gachabayov
- Department of Surgery, Clinical Hospital of Emergency Medicine, Vladimir City, Russian Federation
| | - Georgios Gkiokas
- 2nd Department of Surgery, Aretaieion University Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
| | | | - Elif Çolak
- Department of Surgery, Samsun Education and Research Hospital, Samsun, Turkey
| | - Arda Isik
- Department of Surgery, Mengucek Gazi Training Research Hospital, Erzincan, Turkey
| | - Daniel Rios-Cruz
- Department of Surgery, Hospital de Alta Especialidad de Veracruz, Veracruz, Mexico
| | - Rodolfo Soto
- Department of Emergency Surgery and Critical Care, Centro Medico Imbanaco, Cali, Colombia
| | - Ernest E. Moore
- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado, Denver Health Medical Center, Denver, CO USA
| |
Collapse
|