A middle-aged adult is diagnosed with diverticular disease based on recent history and the results of a computed tomography (CT) scan. Which statement demonstrates an accurate understanding of this diagnosis?

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Answer:The CT scan will show a sac-like structures or pouches in the gastrointestinal tract.

Explanation:diverticular disease is a common gastrointestinal disorders. in diverticular disease,the gastrointestinal muscles becomes weakened and form ballon like structure or bulges(sac-like outpouching) known as diverticula within the gastrointestinal tract.

Diverticular disease occur mainly in the colon (large intestine)

When diverticula gets infected, inflammation occurs further leasing to Infection.