What is the definition or description of: epiploic appendagitis?

Irritated colon fat: Epiploic appendages are pieces of fat attached to the large intestine wall when they get twisted and deprived of their blood supply they become inflamed and eventually die.

See below: It's fatty tissue that hangs (appendage) off the colon. When it twists, it cuts off the blood supply and causes inflammation. It can present like appendicitis or diverticulitis but does not need surgery or antibiotics. Treatment is supportive i.E, pain meds and perhaps nsaids.