The majority of persistent complex ECFs can be cured surgically with low mortality and recurrence in a multidisciplinary setting. Postoperative morbidity, however, remains a significant burden.

This is the first Australian study demonstrating DAs are a significant marker of appendiceal neoplasm. Appendicectomy in all incidentally discovered diverticulum should be considered. Due to a paucity of data, research is required into this area to assess for the need for endoscopy following diagnosis.

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