Diverticulitis

This pilot study tests whether antibiotics alone are as effective as antibiotics plus percutaneous drainage for treating diverticulitis with a large abscess (4-8 cm). Fifty adults with stable vital signs and no signs of peritonitis will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. …

This trial tests whether people with mild diverticulitis can be safely treated at home with just pain medicines (ibuprofen and acetaminophen) instead of antibiotics. 556 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either pain medicines alone or pain medicines plus an antibi…

This study investigates whether the bacteria living in the gut influence the development of diverticular disease and acute diverticulitis. Researchers will compare the gut microbiota of people with and without these conditions to identify differences and risk factors. The goal is…

This study looks at whether it's safe to skip mechanical bowel preparation (the drink that cleans out your colon) before colon surgery. Currently, the best practice combines that drink with antibiotics to prevent infections. The trial will compare two groups: one getting the drin…

This observational study will collect detailed information from 150 adults undergoing emergency surgery for complicated diverticulitis. Researchers will analyze factors that influence surgeons' decisions to perform either a primary anastomosis (reconnecting the bowel) or a Hartma…

This study will collect data from 10,000 patients across Saudi Arabia who undergo emergency abdominal surgery (laparotomy). Researchers will track complications and deaths within 30 and 90 days after surgery. The goal is to understand current care quality, test international risk…

This study will test whether robotic surgery can be used for emergency abdominal operations, such as for severe gallbladder infections or bowel blockages. The goal is to see if it's feasible and if it can lower complication rates and shorten hospital stays compared to traditional…