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Is ct scan accurate for the diagnosis of diverticulosis (not diverticulitis) or colonoscopy is the test of choice?

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Diverticulosis is usually asymptomatic so it is diagnosed as a finding when tests are done for other reasons like screening for colon cancer. CT scan is the test of choice for diverticulosis.

Answered 3/31/2023

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