Ischemic Colitis Diet?
Ischemic colitis is a sudden swelling (inflammation) of part of the large intestine (colon) that occurs when there is a temporary loss of, or reduction in, blood flow to the colon.
Alternative Names
Colonic ischemia
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Ischemic colitis mainly affects people over 50. Many of them have a history of
Other risk factors include:
Atrial fibrillation - Blockage of the large bowel
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - Congestive
heart failure D...
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