Modern diagnostic and treatment approach for colonic diverticulitis in the Russian Federation: survey of specialists

OBJECTIVE: Investigation of the causes of differences between current and recommended therapeutic and diagnostic tactics for colon diverticulitis (CD). MATERIAL AND METHODS: An anonymous online survey was conducted from 01.2023 for 60 days. The participants received an information letter and a link to an online questionnaire. Demographic indicators, the level of self-esteem, sources of motivation in decision-making, diagnostic and therapeutic tactics were studied. The respondent's probability of choosing a specific treatment tactic was estimated in scores from 0 to 10. RESULTS: <0.001). For Hinchey IV 35 (9.3%) respondents also offered non-radical treatment options. There is no consensus on issues not covered by guidelines. CONCLUSION: There is low adherence to the existing recommendations that leads to significant differences in the approaches practiced by respondents from different cohorts. Further research is needed to fill in the gaps found and update the guidelines accordingly.