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The CRP level distinguished between complicated and uncomplicated disease among left-sided diverticulitis patients including those taking aspirin, but not among those on corticosteroid treatment.

CT studies on patients shortly after abdominal surgery are not definitive. A negative CT study does not rule out LGIT leak. Clinically based decision making and exploratory relaparotomy still do play a role in those patients with suspicion for LGIT leak.

Short learning curve, shorter LOS, and satisfactory short-term oncological outcome place LDP as an attractive alternative for selected patients requiring DP.

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Our data indicate an association between Th1-type immune response and increased survival. Future research is needed to exploit Th1 immune response as a biological marker for immunotherapy.

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