S. N. Mathews

2 months ago | agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Jessica Hall |Mark A. Supiano |Jessica N. Cohan |S. N. Mathews

Key points ○ Diverticulitis is a disease of aging. ○ Older adults with diverticulitis present with atypical symptoms, variable laboratory findings, and are at higher risk for complications compared to their younger counterparts. ○ Diverticulitis treatment in older adults should focus on what matters most to the patient, providing the most meaningful outcome possible within the context of patient goals, symptom burden, and anticipated treatment outcomes. Why does this paper matter?