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This review focuses on identifying patient risk factors that are predictive of onset of diverticulitis, recurrence of disease, and progression to complicated disease, such as abscess, fistula, or stricture, and aims to assist clinicians with counseling patients who are considering surgery versus medical management. Specifically, a variety of modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors have been identified across several studies that have strong associations with the development of diverticulitis, recurrence of uncomplicated disease, and progression to complicated disease. A handful of clinical scores have been described to guide surgeons and patients on their individual risk; however, none have been adopted into wider clinical practice. A novel polygenic risk score does show promise in potentially fulfilling this role. 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