a.
To explain: The way by which long-term, low-residue diet contributes to the development of diverticula.
Concept introduction: Diverticular disease is the condition that occurs due to the development of diverticulum (tiny pouch found in the mucosal lining of the bowel or the colon wall). Numerous tiny pockets are formed in the bowel or colon lining. It is termed as diverticulosis that is usually asymptomatic. These outpouchings are formed due to the increased pressure in the weaker areas of the intestinal wall.
b.
To describe: The way by which chronic diverticulitis can cause intestinal obstruction.
Concept introduction: Diverticular disease is the condition that occurs due to the development of diverticulum (tiny pouch found in the mucosal lining of the bowel or the colon wall). Numerous tiny pockets are formed in the bowel or colon lining. It is termed as diverticulosis that is usually asymptomatic. These outpouchings are formed due to the increased pressure in the weaker areas of the intestinal wall.
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