25.5) and perforation rate (31% in 1995 vs ... benefit most from the use of CT scan in the diagnosis of appendicitis.

It has traditionally been taught that, untreated, appendicitis will progress to perforation with associated ... to reliance on computed tomography (CT), ultrasound (US) and, dubiously, laboratory ...

Recent studies have highlighted the complexities involved in managing Amyand's hernia, particularly when the appendix is inflamed or perforated ... specifically a CT scan, to accurately diagnose ...

"As a global group of pediatric practitioners, we still find it difficult to predict who will survive a perforated appendix and who will not," she continued. "In my opinion, this article resolves ...