What is the treatment of choice for 70 years old male patient who presented with peritonitis secondary to ruptured diveiculitis ?
High-Yield Explanation
TOC in elderly patient is Hamann's procedure Procedure: sigmoid resection with formation of left iliac fossa colostomy and closure of the rectal stump Resection with colonic washout and anastomosis can be considered in young fit patient without gross contamination or overwhelming sepsis