
Features of Diversion Colitis
Specialty: | Gastroenterology |
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Description: | Diversion colitis describes a colitis that develops following diversion of feces. It may occur because the mucosa is no longer exposed to a fatty acid or other component in the feces necessary to maintain a healthy mucosa. |
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