In children being evaluated for acute appendicitis, the absence of certain sonographic signs might allow expectant management for those at low or intermediate risk, even if the appendix is not seen.

Case #1: A 5-year-old boy with abdominal pain was brought to the ED by his parents. The pain had been present for 12 hours, and the child had vomited once. There was no fever or diarrhea. Tenderness ...

Ultrasound and CT are useful in detecting or excluding appendicitis in pregnant women. A recent study showed negative appendectomy rates with clinical evaluation alone to be 54% (7/13), with ...

Data from two standard diagnostic tests commonly obtained in children evaluated for abdominal pain--when combined--can improve the ability of emergency department physicians and pediatric surgeons to ...

Ultrasound scans are not a typical diagnostic tool for stomach ulcers. However, healthcare professionals may use them to track treatment progress and identify large ulcers. Ultrasound scans use sound ...

OAK BROOK, Ill.-- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help rule out acute appendicitis in pregnancy when ultrasound findings are inconclusive, according to a study in the March issue of Radiology.

Evidence-based guidelines have been updated by WSES to reduce appendicitis care variation and ensure consistent clinical decision-making.

Appendicitis symptoms start with belly pain that moves and intensifies in your lower right side. Without surgery, perforated appendicitis can lead to serious complications like peritonitis or sepsis.