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. 2004 Aug;17(3):147-53.
doi: 10.1055/s-2004-832695.

Etiology and pathophysiology of diverticular disease

Kristina G Hobson  1 , Patricia L Roberts
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Etiology and pathophysiology of diverticular disease

Kristina G Hobson et al. Clin Colon Rectal Surg. 2004 Aug.

Abstract

Diverticular disease is prevalent in Western countries and yet its pathogenesis remains poorly understood. The common theories of the cause of diverticular disease have focused on colonic motility, the structural aspects of the colonic wall, and the role of dietary factors, particularly fiber.

Keywords: Diverticular disease; colonic motility; elastosis; segmentation.

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