Diverticulum of the duodenum. Endoscope view of a diverticulum in the wall of the duodenum - the first section of the small intestine. A diverticulum is a small pouch in the lining of the intestine. Diverticular disease has two forms. In diverticulosis, diverticula are present but do not cause symptoms. In diverticulitis, diverticula are inflamed and may cause obstruction, infection, or bleeding. | |
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