25.5) and perforation rate (31% in 1995 vs ... CT scanning has been utilized selectively in patients for whom appendicitis is included in the differential diagnosis. The use of CT as a diagnostic ...

It has traditionally been taught that, untreated, appendicitis will progress to perforation with associated morbidity and mortality. This paper reviews the literature regarding differing styles of ...

Appendicitis left untreated can cause perforation and sepsis, Turaga said, both of which can be serious. While treatment ...

Antibiotic management of acute uncomplicated appendicitis among children was inferior to appendectomy, a randomized non-inferiority trial showed. For nearly 850 children with available primary outcome ...

More often these children are operated for peritonitis and the presence of perforated appendicitis is noted. But it is important for the family practitioner to be aware of this diagnosis every ...