Does this patient have appendicitis?

Article Abstract:

Appendicitis is probably best diagnosed with a combination of physical exam and medical history. Appendicitis, or inflammation of the appendix, is a common cause of abdominal pain. It can lead to serious complications if the appendix ruptures. Pain can be poorly localized but is present in the right lower quadrant when inflammation is advanced. Guarding, rigidity, rebound tenderness and fever are also signs of appendicitis. Pain while moving the legs of a reclining patient can reveal irritation of muscles by the appendix.

Methods, Physical diagnosis, Medical examination

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Ultrasonography and Limited Computed Tomography in the Diagnosis and Management of Appendicitis in Children

Article Abstract:

Limited computed tomography with rectal contrast (CTRC) appears to be very accurate in detecting appendicitis in children. Researchers used CTRC in 139 children and teenagers with suspected appendicitis. The children were first examined with ultrasound and if that was negative or suspicious, they were given CTRC. The combined procedure was highly accurate in detecting appendicitis.

Pediatric diseases, Diseases

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Does this child have appendicitis?

Article Abstract:

The systematic assessment of the precision and accuracy of symptoms of possible appendicitis in children, which would help to improve the utility of the clinical examination for diagnosing appendicitis in children, is presented.

Child health, Clinical report

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