Colonic diverticulosis is best diagnosed by
Correct Answer: Barium enema
Description: "Diverticula are best seen on barium enema. Colonoscopy is a less sensitive means of detecting diverticula." - CMDT 2007
Diverticulosis refers to the presence of multiple diverticula
Diverticulitis refers to inflammation and infection associated with a diverticulum.
Best investigation for
Diverticulosis - Barium enema
Diverticulitis - CT scan
On barium, enema diverticulosis shows characteristic 'sawtooth' appearance
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