The Damage Control Strategy for the Treatment of Perforated Diverticulitis of the Sigmoid Colon With Diffuse Peritonitis

Launched by STÄDTISCHES KLINIKUM MÜNCHEN GMBH · Jan 5, 2020

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is focused on finding the best way to treat perforated diverticulitis, a condition where a part of the colon becomes inflamed and develops holes, leading to serious complications like widespread abdominal infection (peritonitis). The trial is looking at a specific approach called the "damage control strategy," which involves two stages of surgery. In the first stage, doctors will perform a limited removal of the affected section of the colon and temporarily close the abdomen. In the second stage, which happens a couple of days later, doctors will revisit the patient to either reconstruct the colon or take further necessary actions based on the patient's condition.

Anyone who has undergone surgery for perforated diverticulitis with generalized peritonitis might be eligible to participate in this study. Participants will have their data collected and compared to those treated with other standard techniques. This research aims to see if the damage control strategy can help reduce the need for a permanent stoma (a surgical opening in the abdomen) after surgery. If you or someone you know is considering participation, it’s important to discuss this with a healthcare provider to understand the potential risks and benefits.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • all patients who were operated for perforated diverticulitis with generalized peritonitis
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • incomplete data sets