Table 4 Comparison of polyp detection during routine colonoscopy between under and over 45 years old
From: Routine colonoscopy may be needed for uncomplicated acute right colonic diverticulitis
Variables | Under 45 (n = 209) | Over 45 (n = 121) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
Hyperplastic polyp | 12 (5.7%) | 18 (14.9%) | 0.005 |
Adenoma | |||
Low grade dysplasia | 26 (12.4%) | 41 (33.9%) | < 0.001 |
High grade dysplasia | 0 (0%) | 2 (1.7%) | 0.134 |
Adenocarcinoma | 0 (0%) | 1 (0.8%) | 0.368 |
Advanced adenoma | 2 (1.0%) | 7 (5.8%) | 0.009 |