Treating mild diverticulitis without antibiotics as an outpatient
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests if mild diverticulitis (a small infection in the colon) can be safely treated at home without antibiotics. If you have this condition and are otherwise healthy, you may be able to avoid a hospital stay.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 80 years old.
- You have mild diverticulitis in the lower left part of your colon, confirmed by a CT scan.
- You have had no diverticulitis episode in the last 6 months.
- You are not at high risk for severe illness (e.g., no weak immune system, no organ transplant, no serious health problems).
- You have not taken antibiotics in the 2 weeks before your symptoms started.
- You have a safe home environment and someone to help you if needed.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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