PURL: First-time, mild diverticulitis: Antibiotics or watchful waiting?

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Title: PURL: First-time, mild diverticulitis: Antibiotics or watchful waiting?
Authors: Marshall, Bob (AUTHOR), Prasad, Shailendra (AUTHOR), Noel, Mary A (AUTHOR), Burket, Jeffrey (AUTHOR), Arnold, Michael (AUTHOR), Arthur, Benjamin (AUTHOR), Bennett, Nick (AUTHOR), Smith, Ashley (AUTHOR)
Source: Journal of Family Practice. Jul2018, Vol. 67 Issue 7, p435-435. 3p.
Subjects: Antibiotics, Computed tomography, Diverticulitis, Evaluation of medical care
Abstract: Don't jump to antibiotic Tx for mild, uncomplicated diverticulitis, a recent RCT says. Observation may be just as effective. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:Don't jump to antibiotic Tx for mild, uncomplicated diverticulitis, a recent RCT says. Observation may be just as effective. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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