People who develop serious cases of diverticulitis may require surgery. Complications such as bowel abscesses, obstructions, fistulas, and perforation may necessitate immediate surgery. Individuals who have had a few episodes of acute diverticulitis may also benefit from a surgical procedure to prevent the affected diverticula from causing future attacks.

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