Table 3.
Characteristics of patients with cAD requiring invasive procedures.
| Characteristic | cAD (n = 30) | Hospitalization (days) |
|---|---|---|
| Percutaneous drainage | 5 (17%) | 6 (5–8) |
| Open (Hartmann) | 7 (23%) | 8 (4–10) |
| Laparoscopy: | 7 (23%) | |
| Peritoneal lavage and drainage | 2 (29%) | 7,5 (7–8) |
| ARP with a protective ostomy | 3 (42%) | 7 (6–9) |
| ARP without a protective ostomy | 2 (29%) | 6,5 (6–7) |
Data are expressed as median with percentiles (25 and 75) or n (%).
cAD, complicated acute diverticulitis; ARP, primary resection anastomosis.