UF Health Surgeon Michael Latzko offers patients the benefits of minimally-invasive surgery – techniques that typically provide faster healing times, reduced hospital stays and less scarring than traditional surgical techniques.
A minimally-invasive surgery specialist, Dr. Latzko utilizes such techniques to treat a number of stomach, pancreas, esophagus and colon conditions – including that of diverticulitis.
A condition affecting the lower part of the patient’s lower intestine, diverticulitis occurs when diverticula – small pouches that can form within the intestinal lining – become infected or inflamed. This can lead to a range of symptoms, causing anything from fever and nausea to severe abdominal pain and a noticeable change in the patient’s bowel movement patterns.
While mild diverticulitis can often be treated effectively with changes in diet, rest and antibiotics, more severe forms of the disease may require surgery. To learn more about diverticulitis, its causes and potential treatment options, it’s best to contact and consult with your physician.
