Post operative complications of<unk> 's diverticula include ileus, intra-abdominal abscess formation, pulmonary embolism, anastomotic leakage and intestinal obstruction due to postoperative adhesions. Treatment of complications such as intra-abdominal abscess and intestinal obstruction due to stenosis or adhesions is mainly surgical. The management of ileus is mainly supportive and the patient is kept NPO with nasogastric suction and parenteral feeds. Electrolyte levels need to be monitored and pharmacotherapy such as lactulose may also be administered to patients.
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