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Diverticulosis, Colonic  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A pathological condition characterized by the presence of a number of COLONIC DIVERTICULA in the COLON. Its pathogenesis is multifactorial, including colon aging, motor dysfunction, increases in intraluminal pressure, and lack of dietary fibers.

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  • Colonic Diverticulosis

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-D0PPMPR5-C

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