diverticulum
noun
UK/ˌdaɪ.vəˈtɪk.jə.ləm/
US/ˌdaɪ.vɚˈtɪk.jə.ləm/
Definitions of diverticulum noun
- Countable(可数名词)medical(医学)
A small, pouch-like sac that forms within a hollow structure of the body, particularly in the tubes of the digestive system, often due to a medical condition.
膩室
Colonic diverticula are a common digestive condition that can lead to abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits.
结肠憩室是一种常见的消化系统疾病，可能导致腹痛和排便习惯的改变。
Esophageal diverticula can sometimes cause difficulty swallowing or regurgitation of food.
食管憩室有时可能导致吞咽困难或食物反流。
Diagnosis of a diverticulum often requires imaging studies, such as endoscopy or CT scans.
憩室的诊断通常需要影像学检查，例如内窥镜或计算机断层扫描。