Appendicitis
Abdomen, Acute
Abdominal Abscess
Rupture, Spontaneous
Laparoscopy
Hernia, Femoral
Radiography, Abdominal
Retrospective Studies
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Abscess
Lithiasis
Introduction of appendiceal CT: impact on negative appendectomy and appendiceal perforation rates. (1/742)
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the impact of appendiceal computed tomography (CT) availability on negative appendectomy and appendiceal perforation rates. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA: Appendiceal CT is 98% accurate. However, its impact on negative appendectomy and appendiceal perforation rates has not been reported. METHODS: The authors reviewed the medical records of 493 consecutive patients who underwent appendectomy between 1992 and 1995, 209 consecutive patients who underwent appendectomy in 1997 (59% of whom had appendiceal CT), and 206 patients who underwent appendiceal CT in 1997 without subsequent appendectomy. RESULTS: Before appendiceal CT, 98/493 patients (20%) taken to surgery had a normal appendix. After CT availability, 15/209 patients (7%) taken to surgery had a normal appendix; 7 patients did not have CT, 5 patients had surgery despite a negative CT, and 3 patients had a false-positive CT. Negative appendectomy rates were lowered overall (20% to 7%), in men (11% to 5%), in women (35% to 11%), in boys (10% to 5%), and in girls (18% to 12%). Appendiceal perforation rates dropped from 22% to 14% after CT availability. CT excluded appendicitis in 206 patients in 1997 who avoided appendectomy and identified alternative diagnoses in 105 of these patients (51%). CONCLUSION: The availability of appendiceal CT coincided with a drop in the negative appendectomy rate from 20% to 7% in all patients, and to only 3% in patients with a positive CT. Perforation rates decreased from 22% to 14%. Appendiceal CT can be advocated in nearly all female and many male patients. (+info)Psoas abscesses complicating colonic disease: imaging and therapy. (2/742)
Most surgeons think of psoas abscesses as a very rare condition related to tuberculosis of the spine, but in contemporary surgical practice they are more usually a complication of gastrointestinal disease. A case note study was undertaken on all patients treated for psoas abscess at two large hospitals in the mid-Trent region over a 2-year period. All seven patients presented with pyrexia, psoas spasm, a tender mass and leucocytosis. The diagnosis was made on abdominal radiographs in one patient, CT scan in three, MRI in two, and ultrasound in one. Aetiological factors included Crohn's disease in three, appendicitis in two, and sigmoid diverticulitis and metastatic colorectal carcinoma in one each. Six patients underwent transabdominal resection of the diseased bowel, retroperitoneal debridement and external drainage of the abscess cavity. Percutaneous drainage was performed in one. Two patients had more than one surgical exploration for complications. There were no deaths and the hospital stay ranged from 8-152 days. Psoas abscess can be a difficult and protracted problem. Bowel resection, thorough debridement, external drainage and concomitant antibiotics are essential for psoas abscesses complicating gastrointestinal disease. Defunctioning stomas may be necessary. However, in some cases a multidisciplinary approach may be required, as psoas abscesses can involve bone and joints. (+info)Simultaneous rupturing heterotopic pregnancy and acute appendicitis in an in-vitro fertilization twin pregnancy. (3/742)
The presentation of acute abdominal pain in young women is not an unusual occurrence in casualty and gynaecology departments. Both acute appendicitis and ectopic pregnancy have to be considered and investigated, as these two conditions are accepted as the most common surgical causes of an acute abdomen. Difficulties in correctly identifying the cause of the pain can be hazardous to the patient and care needs to be taken in obtaining a prompt and accurate diagnosis enabling the most appropriate management. The case report presented here describes the extremely unusual occurrence of both these acute conditions happening simultaneously with the added complication of an ongoing twin pregnancy and it highlights the need to look beyond the most obvious diagnosis and always to expect the unexpected. (+info)Is perforation of the appendix a risk factor for tubal infertility and ectopic pregnancy? An appraisal of the evidence. (4/742)
OBJECTIVE: To critically assess the evidence that appendiceal perforation is a risk factor for subsequent tubal infertility or ectopic pregnancy. DATA SOURCES: Epidemiologic studies investigating the relationship between appendectomy and infertility or ectopic pregnancy were identified by searching the MEDLINE database from 1966 to 1997. Appropriate citations were also extracted from a manual search of the bibliographies of selected papers. STUDY SELECTION: Twenty-three articles were retrieved. Only 4 presented original data including comparisons to a nonexposed control group and they form the basis for this study. DATA EXTRACTION: Because the raw data or specific techniques of data analysis were not always explicitly described, indices of risk for exposure were extracted from the data as presented and were analysed without attempting to convert them to a common measure. DATA SYNTHESIS: Articles were assessed according to the criteria of the Evidence-Based Medicine Working Group for evaluating articles on harm. Review of the literature yielded estimates of the risk of adverse fertility outcomes ranging from 1.6 (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.1 to 2.5) for ectopic pregnancy after an appendectomy to 4.8 (95% CI 1.5 to 14.9) for tubal infertility from perforation of the appendix. Recall bias, and poor adjustment for confounding variables in some reports, weakened the validity of the studies. CONCLUSIONS: The methodologic weaknesses of the studies do not permit acceptance of increased risk of tubal pregnancy or infertility as a consequence of perforation of the appendix, so a causal relationship cannot be supported by the data currently available. Only a well-designed case-control study with unbiased ascertainment of exposure and adjustment for confounding variables will provide a definitive answer. (+info)Day-care laparoscopic appendectomies. (5/742)
OBJECTIVE: To demonstrate the safety of laparoscopic appendectomy in a day-care setting and to compare patients selected for laparoscopic versus open appendectomy. DESIGN: A retrospective, nonrandomized study. SETTING: A community hospital in a small town in British Columbia. PATIENTS: Ninety-four consecutive patients with a clinical diagnosis of acute appendicitis. INTERVENTIONS: Each patient underwent laparoscopic or open appendectomy as selected by the operating surgeon. OUTCOME MEASURES: Duration of operation and of hospital stay, morbidity and mortality. RESULTS: The average operating time was 32 minutes for open appendectomy and 36 minutes for laparoscopic appendectomy. Two (4%) of the 52 patients who had a laparoscopic appendectomy had significant complications; 1 of them required reoperation for intra-abdominal abscess. Thirty-nine (75%) of the laparoscopic appendectomies were done as day-care procedures. The average length of stay for the remaining patients was 2.1 days. The overall complication rate for patients who underwent open appendectomy was 20%. The average length of stay for these patients was 3.2 days; no patient was discharged within 24 hours. CONCLUSIONS: Laparoscopic appendectomy can be safely performed as a day-care procedure, even for selected patients with gangrenous or perforated appendices. Patients typically selected for open appendectomy include children and those with more advanced infection. (+info)Appendix abscess: a surgical giant presenting as a geriatric giant. (6/742)
CASE REPORT: A women aged 102 years presented with falls and was found to have an atypical presentation of appendicitis. CONCLUSION: This illustrates the non-specific presentation of disease in old age and the importance of a careful medical assessment of people who have fallen. (+info)A meta-analysis of laparoscopic versus open appendectomy in patients suspected of having acute appendicitis. (7/742)
OBJECTIVE: To determine if any significant differences exist between laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) and open appendectomy (OA). DESIGN: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing LA to OA. DATA SOURCES: An extensive literature search was conducted for appropriate articles published between January 1990 and March 1997. Articles were initially retrieved through MEDLINE with MeSH terms "appendicitis" or "appendectomy" and "laparoscopy". Additional methods included cross-referencing bibliographics of retrieved articles, hand searching abstracts from relevant meetings and consultation with a content expert. STUDY SELECTION: Only RCTs published in English in which patients had a preoperative diagnosis of acute appendicitis were included. DATA EXTRACTION: The outcomes of interest included operating time, hospital stay, readmission rates, return to normal activity and complications. The Cochrane Collaboration Review Manager 3.0 was used to calculate odds ratios (OR), weighted mean differences (WMD) and 95% confidence intervals (CI). The random-effects model was used for statistical analysis. DATA SYNTHESIS: Twelve trials met the inclusion criteria. Because there were insufficient data in some trials, operating time, hospitalization and return to work were assessed in only 8 trials. Mean operating time was significantly longer with LA (WMD 18.10 minutes, 95% CI 12.87 to 23.15 minutes). There were fewer wound infections in LA (OR 0.40, 95% CI 0.24 to 0.69), but no significant differences in intra-abdominal abscess rates (OR 1.94, 95% CI 0.68 to 5.58). There was no significant difference in the mean length of hospital stay (WMD -0.16 days, 95% CI -0.44 to 0.15 days) or readmission rates (OR 1.16, 95% CI 0.54 to 2.48). However, the return to normal activity was significantly earlier with LA (WMD -5.79 days, 95% CI -7.38 to -4.21 days). Sensitivity analyses did not affect the results. CONCLUSION: This meta-analysis suggests that operating room time is significantly longer, hospital stay is unchanged but return to normal activities is significantly earlier with LA. (+info)Laparoscopy in the management of children with chronic recurrent abdominal pain. (8/742)
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the results of diagnostic laparoscopy in children with chronic recurrent abdominal pain. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Thirteen children with chronic recurrent abdominal pain were subjected to diagnostic laparoscopy. Ages varied from 10 to 17 years. There were six males and seven females. Abdominal pain was present from 3 weeks to 12 months (mean, 2 months). Extensive laboratory and imaging studies did not contribute to the diagnosis. In all patients, the pain was disabling and severe enough to warrant repeated visits to the pediatrician, emergency room visits, or hospital admissions, as well as absence from school. RESULTS: All children recovered uneventfully. Laparoscopic findings that identified the cause of abdominal pain were obtained in 12 of 13 patients. Laparoscopic appendectomy was done in all patients. There were no operative complications. One child presented three months later with incomplete small bowel obstruction, which resolved with conservative management. There were no other postoperative complications. Follow-up varied from six months to three years. Abdominal pain resolved in ten patients. One patient presented eight months later with biliary dyskinesia. She improved following laparoscopic cholecystectomy and later on sphincterotomy, but her pain has not yet completely resolved. One patient presented six months later with abdominal pain secondary to intestinal adhesions. Her pain completely resolved after laparoscopic lysis of adhesions. A third patient who developed lower abdominal pain six months after laparoscopy improved with conservative management and antibiotics for pelvic inflammatory disease. CONCLUSIONS: Diagnostic laparoscopy is a valuable procedure in the management of children with chronic recurrent abdominal pain. In the present study, laparoscopic examination revealed the cause of abdominal pain in most patients, and this pain resolved in most cases. Based on our experience, we recommend diagnostic laparoscopy early in the course of debilitating chronic recurrent abdominal pain in children. Appendectomy should be done when no other significant cause of abdominal pain has been identified, even if the appendix looks normal. (+info)Appendicitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the appendix, a small finger-like structure that projects from the colon located in the lower right abdomen. The appendix doesn't have a known function, and its removal (appendectomy) does not appear to affect a person's health.
The inflammation of the appendix can be caused by various factors, such as obstruction due to hardened stool, foreign bodies, or tumors. The blockage can lead to increased pressure within the appendix, reduced blood flow, and bacterial growth, resulting in infection and inflammation. If left untreated, appendicitis can progress to peritonitis (inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity) or even sepsis, a life-threatening condition.
Common symptoms of appendicitis include:
* Sudden onset of pain in the lower right abdomen, which may start around the navel and shift to the lower right side over several hours
* Pain that worsens with movement, coughing, or sneezing
* Nausea and vomiting
* Loss of appetite
* Fever and chills
* Constipation or diarrhea
* Abdominal swelling or bloating
If you suspect appendicitis, it's essential to seek immediate medical attention. The standard treatment for appendicitis is surgical removal of the appendix (appendectomy), which can be performed as an open surgery or laparoscopically. Antibiotics are also administered to treat any existing infection. Delaying treatment can lead to serious complications, so it's crucial not to ignore symptoms and seek medical help promptly.
An appendectomy is a surgical procedure in which the vermiform appendix is removed. This procedure is performed when a patient has appendicitis, which is an inflammation of the appendix that can lead to serious complications such as peritonitis or sepsis if not treated promptly. The surgery can be done as an open procedure, in which a single incision is made in the lower right abdomen, or as a laparoscopic procedure, in which several small incisions are made and specialized instruments are used to remove the appendix. In some cases, if the appendix has burst, a more extensive surgery may be required to clean out the abdominal cavity.
The appendix is a small, tube-like structure that projects from the large intestine, located in the lower right quadrant of the abdomen. Its function in humans is not well understood and is often considered vestigial, meaning it no longer serves a necessary purpose. However, in some animals, the appendix plays a role in the immune system. Inflammation of the appendix, known as appendicitis, can cause severe abdominal pain and requires medical attention, often leading to surgical removal of the appendix (appendectomy).
"Acute abdomen" is a medical term used to describe a sudden and severe abdominal pain that requires immediate medical attention. This condition can be caused by various factors such as inflammation, infection, obstruction, or perforation of the abdominal organs. Common causes of acute abdomen include appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, intestinal obstruction, and perforated ulcers.
The symptoms of acute abdomen may include severe and localized or generalized abdominal pain, tenderness, rigidity, rebound tenderness, fever, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. The diagnosis of acute abdomen is usually made based on the patient's history, physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies such as X-rays, ultrasound, or CT scan.
Treatment of acute abdomen depends on the underlying cause and may include antibiotics, intravenous fluids, pain management, and surgery in severe cases. Delayed diagnosis and treatment of acute abdomen can lead to serious complications such as sepsis, peritonitis, and even death.
Intestinal perforation is a medical condition that refers to a hole or tear in the lining of the intestine. This can occur anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract, including the small intestine, large intestine (colon), or stomach. Intestinal perforation allows the contents of the intestines, such as digestive enzymes and bacteria, to leak into the abdominal cavity, which can lead to a serious inflammatory response known as peritonitis.
Intestinal perforation can be caused by various factors, including:
* Mechanical trauma (e.g., gunshot wounds, stab wounds)
* Inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis)
* Diverticulitis
* Appendicitis
* Intestinal obstruction
* Infections (e.g., typhoid fever, tuberculosis)
* Certain medications (e.g., nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids)
* Radiation therapy
* Ischemic bowel disease (lack of blood flow to the intestines)
Symptoms of intestinal perforation may include sudden abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, and decreased bowel movements. Treatment typically involves surgery to repair the perforation and remove any damaged tissue. Antibiotics are also administered to prevent infection. In severe cases, a temporary or permanent colostomy or ileostomy may be necessary.
An abdominal abscess is a localized collection of pus in the abdominal cavity, caused by an infection. It can occur as a result of complications from surgery, trauma, or inflammatory conditions such as appendicitis or diverticulitis. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, fever, and tenderness at the site of the abscess. Abdominal abscesses can be serious and require medical treatment, which may include antibiotics, drainage of the abscess, or surgery.
Abdominal pain is defined as discomfort or painful sensation in the abdomen. The abdomen is the region of the body between the chest and the pelvis, and contains many important organs such as the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen. Abdominal pain can vary in intensity from mild to severe, and can be acute or chronic depending on the underlying cause.
Abdominal pain can have many different causes, ranging from benign conditions such as gastritis, indigestion, or constipation, to more serious conditions such as appendicitis, inflammatory bowel disease, or abdominal aortic aneurysm. The location, quality, and duration of the pain can provide important clues about its cause. For example, sharp, localized pain in the lower right quadrant of the abdomen may indicate appendicitis, while crampy, diffuse pain in the lower abdomen may suggest irritable bowel syndrome.
It is important to seek medical attention if you experience severe or persistent abdominal pain, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, vomiting, or bloody stools. A thorough physical examination, including a careful history and a focused abdominal exam, can help diagnose the underlying cause of the pain and guide appropriate treatment.
Fecal impaction is a medical condition where a large mass of dry, hard stool becomes stuck in the rectum and cannot be expelled from the body. This can occur due to chronic constipation or other factors that affect normal bowel movements. Fecal impaction can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, and difficulty having a bowel movement. In some cases, it may also lead to more serious complications, such as bowel obstruction or perforation. Treatment typically involves using medications to soften the stool and manual removal of the impaction by a healthcare professional.
An acute disease is a medical condition that has a rapid onset, develops quickly, and tends to be short in duration. Acute diseases can range from minor illnesses such as a common cold or flu, to more severe conditions such as pneumonia, meningitis, or a heart attack. These types of diseases often have clear symptoms that are easy to identify, and they may require immediate medical attention or treatment.
Acute diseases are typically caused by an external agent or factor, such as a bacterial or viral infection, a toxin, or an injury. They can also be the result of a sudden worsening of an existing chronic condition. In general, acute diseases are distinct from chronic diseases, which are long-term medical conditions that develop slowly over time and may require ongoing management and treatment.
Examples of acute diseases include:
* Acute bronchitis: a sudden inflammation of the airways in the lungs, often caused by a viral infection.
* Appendicitis: an inflammation of the appendix that can cause severe pain and requires surgical removal.
* Gastroenteritis: an inflammation of the stomach and intestines, often caused by a viral or bacterial infection.
* Migraine headaches: intense headaches that can last for hours or days, and are often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
* Myocardial infarction (heart attack): a sudden blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle, often caused by a buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries.
* Pneumonia: an infection of the lungs that can cause coughing, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.
* Sinusitis: an inflammation of the sinuses, often caused by a viral or bacterial infection.
It's important to note that while some acute diseases may resolve on their own with rest and supportive care, others may require medical intervention or treatment to prevent complications and promote recovery. If you are experiencing symptoms of an acute disease, it is always best to seek medical attention to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment.
Cecal diseases refer to medical conditions that affect the cecum, which is a pouch-like structure located at the junction of the small and large intestines. The cecum plays an important role in digestion, particularly in the fermentation of certain types of food.
There are several different types of cecal diseases, including:
1. Cecal volvulus: This is a rare condition in which the cecum twists on itself, cutting off blood flow and causing severe pain and other symptoms.
2. Diverticulitis: This occurs when small pouches called diverticula form in the wall of the cecum and become inflamed or infected.
3. Appendicitis: Although not strictly a cecal disease, the appendix is a small tube-like structure that branches off from the cecum. Inflammation of the appendix (appendicitis) can cause severe pain in the lower right abdomen and may require surgical removal of the appendix.
4. Crohn's disease: This is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can affect any part of the digestive tract, including the cecum.
5. Tuberculosis: The cecum can also be affected by tuberculosis, which is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body.
6. Cancer: Although rare, cancer can also affect the cecum, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits.
Treatment for cecal diseases depends on the specific condition and its severity. Treatment options may include antibiotics, surgery, or other medical interventions. If you are experiencing symptoms that may be related to a cecal disease, it is important to seek medical attention promptly.
Spontaneous rupture in medical terms refers to the sudden breaking or tearing of an organ, tissue, or structure within the body without any identifiable trauma or injury. This event can occur due to various reasons such as weakening of the tissue over time because of disease or degeneration, or excessive pressure on the tissue.
For instance, a spontaneous rupture of the appendix is called an "appendiceal rupture," which can lead to peritonitis, a serious inflammation of the abdominal cavity. Similarly, a spontaneous rupture of a blood vessel, like an aortic aneurysm, can result in life-threatening internal bleeding.
Spontaneous ruptures are often medical emergencies and require immediate medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Gangrene is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when there is a loss of blood flow to a specific area of the body, resulting in tissue death. It can be caused by various factors such as bacterial infections, trauma, diabetes, vascular diseases, and smoking. The affected tissues may become discolored, swollen, and emit a foul odor due to the accumulation of bacteria and toxins.
Gangrene can be classified into two main types: dry gangrene and wet (or moist) gangrene. Dry gangrene develops slowly and is often associated with peripheral arterial disease, which reduces blood flow to the extremities. The affected area turns black and shriveled as it dries out. Wet gangrene, on the other hand, progresses rapidly due to bacterial infections that cause tissue breakdown and pus formation. This type of gangrene can spread quickly throughout the body, leading to severe complications such as sepsis and organ failure if left untreated.
Treatment for gangrene typically involves surgical removal of the dead tissue (debridement), antibiotics to control infections, and sometimes revascularization procedures to restore blood flow to the affected area. In severe cases where the infection has spread or the damage is irreversible, amputation of the affected limb may be necessary to prevent further complications and save the patient's life.
Laparoscopy is a surgical procedure that involves the insertion of a laparoscope, which is a thin tube with a light and camera attached to it, through small incisions in the abdomen. This allows the surgeon to view the internal organs without making large incisions. It's commonly used to diagnose and treat various conditions such as endometriosis, ovarian cysts, infertility, and appendicitis. The advantages of laparoscopy over traditional open surgery include smaller incisions, less pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery times.
Appendiceal neoplasms refer to various types of tumors that can develop in the appendix, a small tube-like structure attached to the large intestine. These neoplasms can be benign or malignant and can include:
1. Adenomas: These are benign tumors that arise from the glandular cells lining the appendix. They are usually slow-growing and may not cause any symptoms.
2. Carcinoids: These are neuroendocrine tumors that arise from the hormone-producing cells in the appendix. They are typically small and slow-growing, but some can be aggressive and spread to other parts of the body.
3. Mucinous neoplasms: These are tumors that produce mucin, a slippery substance that can cause the appendix to become distended and filled with mucus. They can be low-grade (less aggressive) or high-grade (more aggressive) and may spread to other parts of the abdomen.
4. Adenocarcinomas: These are malignant tumors that arise from the glandular cells lining the appendix. They are relatively rare but can be aggressive and spread to other parts of the body.
5. Pseudomyxoma peritonei: This is a condition in which mucin produced by an appendiceal neoplasm leaks into the abdominal cavity, causing a jelly-like accumulation of fluid and tissue. It can be caused by both benign and malignant tumors.
Treatment for appendiceal neoplasms depends on the type and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health. Treatment options may include surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.
Diagnostic errors refer to inaccurate or delayed diagnoses of a patient's medical condition, which can lead to improper or unnecessary treatment and potentially serious harm to the patient. These errors can occur due to various factors such as lack of clinical knowledge, failure to consider all possible diagnoses, inadequate communication between healthcare providers and patients, and problems with testing or interpretation of test results. Diagnostic errors are a significant cause of preventable harm in medical care and have been identified as a priority area for quality improvement efforts.
Mesenteric lymphadenitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the lymph nodes in the mesentery, which is the membrane that attaches the intestine to the abdominal wall. These lymph nodes are part of the immune system and help fight infection.
Mesenteric lymphadenitis can be caused by a variety of factors, including bacterial or viral infections, inflammatory bowel disease, or autoimmune disorders. In many cases, however, a specific cause cannot be identified. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
In most cases, mesenteric lymphadenitis is a self-limiting condition, which means that it will resolve on its own without treatment. However, in some cases, antibiotics may be necessary to treat an underlying infection. In rare cases, surgery may be required to remove severely inflamed or infected lymph nodes.
Diverticulitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation or infection of one or more diverticula, which are small pouches that form in the wall of the colon (large intestine). The condition most commonly affects the sigmoid colon, which is the part of the colon located in the lower left abdomen.
Diverticulitis occurs when these pouches become inflamed or infected, often as a result of a small piece of stool or undigested food getting trapped inside them. This can cause symptoms such as:
* Severe abdominal pain and tenderness, particularly in the lower left side of the abdomen
* Fever and chills
* Nausea and vomiting
* Constipation or diarrhea
* Bloating and gas
* Loss of appetite
Diverticulitis can range from mild to severe, and in some cases, it may require hospitalization and surgery. Treatment typically involves antibiotics to clear the infection, as well as a liquid diet to allow the colon to rest and heal. In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the affected portion of the colon.
A femoral hernia is a type of hernia that occurs when a portion of the abdominal wall tissue or intestine protrudes through a weakened area in the lower part of the abdominal wall, specifically at the opening of the femoral canal. This canal is located near the groin region and contains blood vessels that pass from the abdomen to the leg.
Femoral hernias are more common in women than men, particularly those who are pregnant, obese, or have a history of multiple pregnancies. Symptoms may include a visible bulge in the inner thigh or groin area, especially when standing, coughing, or straining. Pain or discomfort in the lower abdomen or groin region, particularly during physical activities, is also common.
While some femoral hernias may not cause any symptoms and can be left untreated, they have a higher risk of becoming incarcerated or strangulated compared to other types of hernias. Incarceration occurs when the protruding tissue becomes trapped and cannot be pushed back in, while strangulation happens when the blood supply to the trapped tissue is cut off, leading to tissue death if not treated promptly with surgery.
Abdominal radiography, also known as a KUB (kidneys, ureters, bladder) X-ray, is a medical imaging technique used to examine the abdominal cavity. It involves using ionizing radiation to produce images of the internal structures of the abdomen, including the bones, organs, and soft tissues.
The procedure typically involves the patient lying down on a table while a specialized X-ray machine captures images of the abdomen from different angles. The images produced can help doctors diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions, such as kidney stones, intestinal obstructions, and abnormalities in the spine or other bones.
Abdominal radiography is a quick, painless, and non-invasive procedure that requires little preparation on the part of the patient. However, it does involve exposure to radiation, so it is typically only used when necessary and when other imaging techniques are not appropriate.
Retrospective studies, also known as retrospective research or looking back studies, are a type of observational study that examines data from the past to draw conclusions about possible causal relationships between risk factors and outcomes. In these studies, researchers analyze existing records, medical charts, or previously collected data to test a hypothesis or answer a specific research question.
Retrospective studies can be useful for generating hypotheses and identifying trends, but they have limitations compared to prospective studies, which follow participants forward in time from exposure to outcome. Retrospective studies are subject to biases such as recall bias, selection bias, and information bias, which can affect the validity of the results. Therefore, retrospective studies should be interpreted with caution and used primarily to generate hypotheses for further testing in prospective studies.
A "torsion abnormality" is not a standard medical term, but I believe you are asking about torsional deformities or abnormalities related to torsion. Torsion refers to a twisting force or movement that can cause structures to rotate around their long axis. In the context of medical definitions:
Torsional abnormality could refer to a congenital or acquired condition where anatomical structures, such as blood vessels, muscles, tendons, or bones, are twisted or rotated in an abnormal way. This can lead to various complications depending on the structure involved and the degree of torsion.
For instance, in congenital torsional deformities of long bones (like tibia or femur), the rotation of the bone axis can cause issues with gait, posture, and joint function. In some cases, this may require surgical intervention to correct the abnormality.
In the context of vascular torsion abnormalities, such as mesenteric torsion, it could lead to bowel ischemia due to the twisting of blood vessels that supply the intestines. This can be a surgical emergency and requires immediate intervention to restore blood flow and prevent further damage.
It's essential to consult with a medical professional for a precise diagnosis and treatment options if you or someone else experiences symptoms related to torsional abnormalities.
X-ray computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) is a medical imaging method that uses computer-processed combinations of many X-ray images taken from different angles to produce cross-sectional (tomographic) images (virtual "slices") of the body. These cross-sectional images can then be used to display detailed internal views of organs, bones, and soft tissues in the body.
The term "computed tomography" is used instead of "CT scan" or "CAT scan" because the machines take a series of X-ray measurements from different angles around the body and then use a computer to process these data to create detailed images of internal structures within the body.
CT scanning is a noninvasive, painless medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging provides detailed information about many types of tissue including lung, bone, soft tissue and blood vessels. CT examinations can be performed on every part of the body for a variety of reasons including diagnosis, surgical planning, and monitoring of therapeutic responses.
In computed tomography (CT), an X-ray source and detector rotate around the patient, measuring the X-ray attenuation at many different angles. A computer uses this data to construct a cross-sectional image by the process of reconstruction. This technique is called "tomography". The term "computed" refers to the use of a computer to reconstruct the images.
CT has become an important tool in medical imaging and diagnosis, allowing radiologists and other physicians to view detailed internal images of the body. It can help identify many different medical conditions including cancer, heart disease, lung nodules, liver tumors, and internal injuries from trauma. CT is also commonly used for guiding biopsies and other minimally invasive procedures.
In summary, X-ray computed tomography (CT or CAT scan) is a medical imaging technique that uses computer-processed combinations of many X-ray images taken from different angles to produce cross-sectional images of the body. It provides detailed internal views of organs, bones, and soft tissues in the body, allowing physicians to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
Cecal neoplasms refer to abnormal growths in the cecum, which is the first part of the large intestine or colon. These growths can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Common types of cecal neoplasms include adenomas (benign tumors that can become cancerous over time), carcinoids (slow-growing tumors that usually don't spread), and adenocarcinomas (cancers that start in the glands that line the inside of the cecum).
Symptoms of cecal neoplasms may include changes in bowel habits, such as diarrhea or constipation; abdominal pain or cramping; blood in the stool; and unexplained weight loss. Treatment options depend on the type and stage of the neoplasm but may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of these approaches. Regular screening is recommended for people at high risk for developing colorectal cancer, including those with a family history of the disease or certain genetic mutations.
An abscess is a localized collection of pus caused by an infection. It is typically characterized by inflammation, redness, warmth, pain, and swelling in the affected area. Abscesses can form in various parts of the body, including the skin, teeth, lungs, brain, and abdominal organs. They are usually treated with antibiotics to eliminate the infection and may require drainage if they are large or located in a critical area. If left untreated, an abscess can lead to serious complications such as sepsis or organ failure.
A laparotomy is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the abdominal wall to gain access to the abdominal cavity. This procedure is typically performed to diagnose and treat various conditions such as abdominal trauma, tumors, infections, or inflammatory diseases. The size of the incision can vary depending on the reason for the surgery and the extent of the condition being treated. Once the procedure is complete, the incision is closed with sutures or staples.
The term "laparotomy" comes from the Greek words "lapara," which means "flank" or "side," and "tome," which means "to cut." Together, they describe the surgical procedure that involves cutting into the abdomen to examine its contents.
Lithiasis is a medical term that refers to the formation of stones or calculi in various organs of the body. These stones can develop in the kidneys (nephrolithiasis), gallbladder (cholelithiasis), urinary bladder (cystolithiasis), or salivary glands (sialolithiasis). The stones are usually composed of minerals and organic substances, and their formation can be influenced by various factors such as diet, dehydration, genetic predisposition, and chronic inflammation. Lithiasis can cause a range of symptoms depending on the location and size of the stone, including pain, obstruction, infection, and damage to surrounding tissues. Treatment may involve medication, shock wave lithotripsy, or surgical removal of the stones.
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Appendicitis
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Cases of appendicitis8
- In 2015, approximately 11.6 million cases of appendicitis were reported, resulting in around 50,100 deaths worldwide. (wikipedia.org)
- There are about 250,000 cases of appendicitis each year in the U.S. Appendicitis is most common in people between the ages of 10 to 30 years, with the highest incidence in persons aged 10 to 19. (medicinenet.com)
- In the United States, 250,000 cases of appendicitis are reported annually, representing 1 million patient-days of admission. (medscape.com)
- are prompting some physicians to try a combination of intravenous and oral antibiotic therapy in mild to moderately severe cases of appendicitis where there is no clinical evidence of perforation. (drbenkim.com)
- Cases of appendicitis can be divided into two categories: simple (non-perforated), and complicated (perforated). (chop.edu)
- Due to these facts, cases of appendicitis require surgery. (thisismyindia.com)
- Nearly a third of all cases of appendicitis progress to a ruptured appendix before the condition is caught. (biklaw.com)
- In cases of appendicitis , the body feels pain at different positions, such as the back and abdominal areas, which can help the doctors decide on what type of pain and appendicitis is affecting the person. (findatopdoc.com)
Children with appendicitis5
- According to Cincinnati Children's Hospital , most children with appendicitis are between ages 8 and 16. (healthline.com)
- We really want parents to keep in mind that children with appendicitis don't always show up with the classic story that we see in adults," Bundy says. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- To further this research Mr Hall and his team in Southampton, along with colleagues at St George's Hospital in Tooting, Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool and Great Ormond Street Hospital, are currently carrying out a year-long feasibility trial which will see children with appendicitis randomly allocated to have either surgery or antibiotic treatment. (southampton.ac.uk)
- However, not all children with appendicitis present with such classical symptoms and this can prolong the diagnosis [ 21 ]. (springer.com)
- Research has also shown antibiotics may work for some children with appendicitis. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
Diagnosis of acute10
- A diagnosis of acute appendicitis is usually made on the basis of a patient's clinical history in conjunction with physical examination and laboratory studies. (medscape.com)
- In children, ultrasound is the preferred initial examination, because it is nearly as accurate as CT for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis in this population without use of ionizing radiation. (medscape.com)
- The Prospective Observational Study on Acute Appendicitis Worldwide (POSAW) of 4282 patients in 116 worldwide surgical departments from 44 countries reported imaging played a cardinal role in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis. (medscape.com)
- Graded-compression US of the right lower quadrant (RLQ) has been shown to be a useful examination because of this technique's safety and high accuracy (approximately 90%) in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis. (medscape.com)
- MR imaging has reported sensitivity of 97-100%, specificity of 92-93.6%, and accuracy of 92-94% for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis . (medpagetoday.com)
- The collection and correct estimation of these parameters, is the key for the correct diagnosis of acute appendicitis. (intechopen.com)
- Histology report confirms the diagnosis of acute suppurative appendicitis. (radiopaedia.org)
- I read an article dealing with CT diagnosis of acute appendicitis in the Finnish Medical Journal. (bmj.com)
- The diagnosis of acute appendicitis was made and we performed an urgent laparoscopic appendectomy. (clinmedjournals.org)
- ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of ultrasound in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis at Al-Shefa hospital, Gaza Strip, Palestine. (who.int)
Abdomen15
- It can sometimes be difficult to diagnose appendicitis because the symptoms of appendicitis and pain in the abdomen can often resemble other health conditions that affect nearby organs. (medicinenet.com)
- The most common symptom of appendicitis is pain in the abdomen. (medpagetoday.com)
- Appendicitis causes pain in the lower right abdomen. (sparrow.org)
- To help diagnose appendicitis, your health care team will likely take a history of your symptoms and examine your abdomen. (sparrow.org)
- Up to 80 percent of appendicitis cases in this age group end in rupture, partly because young children have fewer of the classic symptoms of nausea, vomiting and pain localized in the lower right portion of the abdomen than do teenagers and young adults, making the diagnosis easy to miss or delay. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- In some cases, palpating this same region in the left lower abdominal region can increase pain felt in the right lower abdomen - called Rovsing's sign - which can be indicative of appendicitis. (drbenkim.com)
- Our experience demonstrates the importance of establishing a history of barium examinations of the gastrointestinal tract in a patient with a radiopaque object in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen for early diagnosis of barium appendicitis. (hindawi.com)
- Appendicitis is the most common cause of so-called acute abdomen and occurs in Western countries with a frequency of about 100 cases per 100,000 inhabitants per year. (spitalmaennedorf.ch)
- Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical disease of the abdomen in the pediatric population. (chop.edu)
- Patient suffering from Appendicitis exhibit many symptoms that include: Dull pain near the navel or the upper abdomen that becomes intense as it moves to the lower right abdomen. (thisismyindia.com)
- The most classic sign of appendicitis is pain in the lower right section of the abdomen, but this is sign is lacking in almost half of patients with appendicitis. (biklaw.com)
- After a careful inspection, when she pressed the lower abdomen of the child, Shreya began to experience severe pain and the doctor had a strong feeling that the pain was due to appendicitis. (punediary.com)
- Appendicitis starts as pain around the child's belly button and spreads to other parts of the abdomen especially the right lower area. (punediary.com)
- For babies younger than 2 years of age, appendicitis can lead to vomiting, a bloated abdomen, and fever, though diarrhea is not very uncommon. (punediary.com)
- When emergency tests showed the telltale right-sided pain in Heather VanDusen's abdomen was appendicitis, she figured she'd be quickly wheeled into surgery. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
Recurrent appendicitis3
- Considering that laparoscopic appendectomy is a highly effective therapy - rapidly resolving pain and allowing patients to return to normal activities while avoiding the subsequent risks of recurrent appendicitis and hospitalization - I believe that most providers would recommend surgical treatment for uncomplicated appendicitis if that option is available," Jacobs wrote. (medpagetoday.com)
- It shows that no study reported any safety concern or specific adverse events related to non-surgical treatment, although the rate of recurrent appendicitis was 14 per cent. (southampton.ac.uk)
- In the antibiotic treatment arm successful treatment is defined as being discharged from the hospital without the need for surgical intervention and no recurrent appendicitis during a minimum follow-up of one-year (treatment efficacy). (medscape.com)
Ultrasound12
- The two most commonly used imaging tests for diagnosing appendicitis are ultrasound and computed tomography (CT scan). (wikipedia.org)
- CT scan is more accurate than ultrasound in detecting acute appendicitis. (wikipedia.org)
- At a hospital, beyond standard history taking, a general assessment including an abdominal exam, and blood and urine work, ultrasound is often the diagnostic tool used to identify appendicitis. (drbenkim.com)
- Where there is severe appendicitis that requires surgery, it is rare to have a false positive finding using ultrasound. (drbenkim.com)
- Doctors use an ultrasound as the first imaging test when checking for possible appendicitis in infants, children, young adults, and pregnant women. (nih.gov)
- However, with increased concerns regarding CT usage in children, ultrasound (US) is the imaging modality of choice in patients where appendicitis is suspected. (springer.com)
- Ultrasound (US) is often the diagnostic modality of choice in the diagnosis of appendicitis [ 4 - 6 ]. (springer.com)
- Objectives To determine the value of abdominal radiography (AXR) for investigating patients attending hospital with a first episode of appendicitis (requiring appendicectomy), acute gallbladder disease or acute pancreatitis, and to identify if early (within 18 h) ultrasound or CT scanning reduces the use of AXR. (bmj.com)
- Tests to help diagnose appendicitis include a physical examination to assess pain, blood tests to check for elevated white blood cells, urine test to rule out a kidney stone or bladder infection, and imaging tests such an as abdominal X-ray, ultrasound, and CT scan. (belmarrahealth.com)
- Patients who had appendicitis diagnosed by ultrasound over the study period ( n = 180) underwent surgical excision of the appendix. (who.int)
- Acute appendicitis is one of the most selected for ultrasound examination. (who.int)
- The current annual incidence of acute congenital anomaly and pregnant agnosed by ultrasound also underwent appendicitis in the Gaza Strip is 15 cases women were excluded. (who.int)
Right lower quadran3
- According to the American College of Radiology (ACR), computed tomography is the most accurate imaging study for evaluating suspected acute appendicitis and alternative etiologies of right lower quadrant pain. (medscape.com)
- For example, the presence of vomiting before the onset of pain makes appendicitis unlikely, as does the absence of right lower quadrant pain, guarding, or fever. (ahrq.gov)
- The investigators found they could safely rule out acute appendicitis in patients with right lower quadrant pain and a nonvisible appendix on multislice CT. (diagnosticimaging.com)
Inflammation of the appendix8
- Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. (wikipedia.org)
- Appendicitis results from an acute inflammation of the appendix and creates the most common abdominal surgical emergency. (medscape.com)
- Appendicitis is defined as inflammation of the appendix. (medicinenet.com)
- Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix and occurs when the appendix becomes blocked for some reason. (healthline.com)
- Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a finger-like, blind-ended pouch connected to the cecum. (medpagetoday.com)
- Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. (sparrow.org)
- Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch attached to the intestine. (rxwiki.com)
- Appendicitis is diagnosed when there is an inflammation of the appendix. (thisismyindia.com)
Nausea3
- A 5-year-old with abdominal pain, nausea and fever may have appendicitis or any of a number of other problems. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Notably, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, hallmark appendicitis symptoms in adults, were NOT predictive of appendicitis in children. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Patients often also suffer from loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting and may develop a fever of up to 39°C. In older individuals, the symptoms are not as pronounced, so the symptoms are not as easily attributed (so-called senile appendicitis). (spitalmaennedorf.ch)
Difficult to diagnose appendicitis1
- However, it can be difficult to diagnose appendicitis, which may delay surgery or lead to unnecessary surgeries. (upi.com)
People with suspected appendicitis2
- Many people with suspected appendicitis will go directly to the emergency department. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- It turns out to be as good as many other ways of assessing people with suspected appendicitis. (belmarrahealth.com)
Surgical17
- The standard treatment for acute appendicitis involves the surgical removal of the inflamed appendix. (wikipedia.org)
- Appendicitis, an inflammation of the inner lining of the vermiform appendix that spreads to its other parts, is one of the more common surgical emergencies and remains one of the most common causes of abdominal pain. (medscape.com)
- Treatments for appendicitis will require surgical removal of the appendix. (healthline.com)
- 1,2 ) The most common surgical cause of abdominal pain is appendicitis, affecting 7% of people during their lifetime. (ahrq.gov)
- However, if the suspicion for acute appendicitis is high, surgical consultation should not be delayed. (ahrq.gov)
- Appendicitis is the most frequent surgical emergency in pediatrics, affecting approximately 80,000 children in the U.S. every year. (childrensmn.org)
- Additionally, early diagnosis of barium appendicitis may affect the selection of surgical procedures. (hindawi.com)
- Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical disease presented in ED. Ongoing evidence in the literature, in the last 20 years, shows a lot of benefits in favor of conservative treatment. (intechopen.com)
- Mr Hall, who is also a Consultant Paediatric and Neonatal Surgeon at Southampton Children's Hospital, commented: "Acute appendicitis is one of the most common general surgical emergencies worldwide and surgery has long been the gold standard of treatment. (southampton.ac.uk)
- Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency in the paediatric population. (springer.com)
- As the incidence of acute abdominal pain is common in children, differentiating acute appendicitis from non-surgical self-limiting illnesses is important. (springer.com)
- Any delay in the surgical management can lead to complications as appendicitis usually does not resolve spontaneously [ 22 ]. (springer.com)
- Although appendectomy (surgical removal of the appendix) is still the most effective treatment for acute appendicitis, nonoperative management is increasingly common as recent studies have shown that antibiotics can be an effective initial treatment for many patients. (medicalxpress.com)
- Acute appendicitis is the most common surgical abdominal emergency, yet diagnosis can often be difficult. (belmarrahealth.com)
- He is ardent and specializes in performing advanced and complicated appendicitis surgical treatment procedures with minimally invasive techniques. (drvpareek.com)
- He always offers world-class and most advanced appendicitis surgical techniques to help the patients in improving their overall quality of life. (drvpareek.com)
- Appendicectomy is the surgical procedure performed under complex appendicitis situations. (drvpareek.com)
Clinical11
- Opinion varies as to whether these modalities should be performed in all patients with suggested appendicitis or if radiology should be reserved for select patients with atypical or confusing clinical presentations. (medscape.com)
- Appendicitis was noted in the large-scale clinical trial of the Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. (healthline.com)
- Barium appendicitis is a rare clinical entity and a known complication of barium examinations [ 1 , 2 ]. (hindawi.com)
- In the present study a review of the literature is performed, regarding the etiology, pathology, clinical presentation, laboratory, and imaging data of acute appendicitis. (intechopen.com)
- The study - known as CONservative TReatment of Appendicitis in Children a randomised controlled Trial (CONTRACT) - is being funded through a £483,000 grant from the National Institute for Health Research Health Technology Assessment Programme and co-ordinated by the University of Southampton's clinical trials unit in collaboration with the University of Bristol, the University of Liverpool and University College London. (southampton.ac.uk)
- The study underscores the fact that cancer of the appendix is a "small but real risk" and that patients with acute appendicitis should receive thorough review, said Nader Hanna, MD, FACS, professor of surgery and director of clinical operations, division of general and oncologic surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore. (medicalxpress.com)
- The aim of this IRB-approved single-center study was to evaluate the results of the SDD strategy at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) in a large cohort of children with non-perforated appendicitis, focusing on clinical outcomes as well as on the hospital charges. (chop.edu)
- In summary, this study provides evidence that same-day discharge for children after a laparoscopic appendectomy for non-perforated appendicitis is an appropriate management strategy, not only from a clinical perspective but also from a financial standpoint. (chop.edu)
- For the ruptured appendix, the septic patient and those with severe peritonism then surgery is the treatment of choice but like many conditions the diagnosis of appendicitis emcompasses a range of clinical severities. (stemlynsblog.org)
- The differential diagnosis of appendicitis is often a clinical challenge because appendicitis can mimic several abdominal conditions (see Differentials). (medscape.com)
- When classic appendicitis symptoms and signs are present, the appendicitis diagnosis is clinical. (msdmanuals.com)
Complications6
- Early treatment is usually successful, but untreated appendicitis can lead to fatal complications. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Treating appendicitis as soon as symptoms appear will prevent it from worsening and causing further complications. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- If appendicitis is not treated, it may lead to complications. (medpagetoday.com)
- Surgery to remove an inflamed appendix - appendicectomy - has been the mainstay of treatment for acute appendicitis since 1889 and the general assumption is that, without surgery, the risk of complications, such as perforation or infection, is high. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- As many of the problems affiliated with the human body have their own specific complications, so does appendicitis. (findatopdoc.com)
- Appendicitis is a serious medical condition that needs to be assessed, investigated, and managed appropriately to avoid complications such as a perforated appendix or collection of pus. (punediary.com)
Exact cause of appendicitis1
- Sometimes the exact cause of appendicitis is unknown. (healthline.com)
Addressing appendicitis in children1
- the idea is that if surgery is needed, it is best to have access to a surgeon who has experience addressing appendicitis in children. (drbenkim.com)
Surgery43
- In the United States, appendicitis is one of the most common causes of sudden abdominal pain requiring surgery. (wikipedia.org)
- Appendicitis affects 5% of Americans, making it the most common cause of acute abdominal pain requiring surgery in the U.S., according to The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (medicinenet.com)
- If you have appendicitis you will likely need emergency surgery to remove the appendix (an appendectomy). (medicinenet.com)
- Sudden appendicitis is the most common cause of acute abdominal pain requiring surgery in the United States (U.S.), with over 5 percent of the population developing appendicitis at some point. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- While appendicitis is the leading cause of stomach surgery in children, it can be a serious condition. (healthline.com)
- Because appendicitis often requires emergency surgery, you don't always have a lot of time to prepare your child. (healthline.com)
- The "Arrested Development" star underwent emergency surgery for appendicitis. (medpagetoday.com)
- In the U.S., appendicitis is the most common cause of acute abdominal pain requiring surgery, and the lifetime risk is 8.6% for males and 6.7% for females. (medpagetoday.com)
- The first elective appendectomy was performed by Abraham Groves in 1883, and since that time, the early treatment of appendicitis has traditionally been focused on surgery. (medpagetoday.com)
- By week 1, resolution of appendicitis symptoms was similar in both arms, and the mean time to discharge after randomization was 1.33 days in the antibiotic arm and 1.30 days after surgery. (medpagetoday.com)
- Treatment of appendicitis is usually antibiotics and surgery to remove the appendix. (sparrow.org)
- Appendicitis treatment usually involves surgery to remove the appendix. (sparrow.org)
- The findings show that low-dose and standard-dose CT scans are equally accurate in identifying appendicitis and in distinguishing between serious cases requiring surgery and those that can be treated with antibiotics alone, according to the authors of the study published Thursday in the British Journal of Surgery. (upi.com)
- Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of hospital admissions, and appendix removal is one of the most common types of surgery worldwide. (upi.com)
- Also, emergency surgery is no longer considered the only treatment for patients with uncomplicated acute appendicitis, so the emphasis during diagnosis has switched from just assessing whether a patient has appendicitis or not to determining whether it is uncomplicated or complicated acute appendicitis. (upi.com)
- In a very young child, the presentation of symptoms associated with appendicitis tends to be different from adults, so when trying to decide between fast-track surgery versus watchful observation, you're often damned if you do and damned if you don't," Bundy said. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- The only absolute way to diagnose the condition is surgery, and each year, appendicitis sends 77,000 American children to the hospital. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Given the wealth of his experience utilizing water fasting to help people overcome countless health challenges that allopathic medical care typically addresses via surgery and/or medication, I had good reason to wonder if excision was the best first line treatment for appendicitis. (drbenkim.com)
- Acute Appendicitis: After Correct Diagnosis Conservative Treatment or Surgery? (intechopen.com)
- Giving antibiotics to patients with acute uncomplicated appendicitis is a safe and viable alternative to surgery, say experts in a study published on bmj.com . (nottingham.ac.uk)
- However, recent studies have reported fewer problems with antibiotic therapy than surgery in patients with uncomplicated appendicitis, but results have been inconclusive. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- A study by researchers at the University of Southampton shows that antibiotics may be an effective treatment for acute non-complicated appendicitis in children, instead of surgery. (southampton.ac.uk)
- Appendicitis is currently treated through an operation to remove the appendix, known as an appendicectomy, and it is the most common cause of emergency surgery in children. (southampton.ac.uk)
- This survey showed that participants more often chose a minimally invasive surgery over antibiotics alone for the treatment of uncomplicated appendicitis. (rxwiki.com)
- The appendicitis survey was published in JAMA Surgery . (rxwiki.com)
- Symptoms Of Appendix And Diet After Appendix Surgery My mom got appendicitis removed. (diethealthclub.com)
- Since surgery provides the only definitive diagnosis of cancer of the appendix, the authors are concerned that acute appendicitis patients who receive nonoperative management could face a delay in their cancer diagnosis . (medicalxpress.com)
- For example, there are reasons that an appendicitis patient may want to postpone surgery-they may be traveling, lack health insurance, or have significant comorbidities, Dr. Hanna said. (medicalxpress.com)
- A recent study led by pediatric surgeons at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Division of General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery has found that it is safe and cost effective to discharge healthy children who undergo laparoscopic appendectomy for non-perforated appendicitis on the same day of the operation after a short period of observation. (chop.edu)
- With the ever-increasing adoption of early recovery after surgery pathways, and multiple studies showing the feasibility of SDD after laparoscopic appendectomies in adults, recent progress has been made towards SDD in the pediatric population for early appendicitis. (chop.edu)
- Appendicitis creates a medical emergency and doctors have to perform immediate surgery to remove the appendix. (thisismyindia.com)
- For the treatment of appendicitis, surgery is done to remove the appendix, which is termed as an appendectomy in medical language. (thisismyindia.com)
- Treatment for appendicitis usually requires surgery to remove the diseased organ. (biklaw.com)
- For decades, appendicitis has been considered a medical emergency requiring immediate surgery to remove the appendix because of fears it could burst, which can be life-threatening. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- Her study in adults is the longest follow-up to date of patients treated with drugs instead of surgery for appendicitis and the results confirm one-year findings reported three years ago. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- Among the antibiotics patients, 100 ended up having surgery within five years of treatment - most for a suspected recurrence of appendicitis in the first year. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- Seven of them did not have appendicitis and likely could have avoided surgery. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- Surgery is typically involved as treatment for appendicitis and involves removing the appendix. (belmarrahealth.com)
- He provides the best appendicitis surgery treatment in Hyderabad . (drvpareek.com)
- Need the best-complicated appendicitis surgery treatments in Hyderabad. (drvpareek.com)
- In the United States, acute appendicitis is the most common cause of acute abdominal pain requiring surgery. (msdmanuals.com)
- defined or unidentifiable layer structure common acute conditions requiring All patients diagnosed with appendicitis of the appendiceal wall and severe en- urgent abdominal surgery in both over the study period were selected largement of the appendix to form a adults and children [1,2]. (who.int)
- The subjects who lowed up after surgery to determine the of acute appendicitis, generally resulting participated in the study were asked to number of true positive, true negative, from delayed diagnosis. (who.int)
Blockage3
- Appendicitis is primarily caused by a blockage of the hollow portion in the appendix. (wikipedia.org)
- A blockage inside of the appendix causes appendicitis. (medlineplus.gov)
- A blockage in the lining of the appendix is the likely cause of appendicitis. (sparrow.org)
Patients31
- Controversy exists as to whether imaging is required in patients with the classic history and physical findings of acute appendicitis. (medscape.com)
- Multidetector computed tomography scanning and graded-compression Doppler ultrasonography are powerful imaging methods that substantially improve diagnostic accuracy in patients with clinically equivocal appendicitis. (medscape.com)
- While children and infants may not experience precise pain as older patients do, research suggests that abdominal pain is still the most common symptom of appendicitis symptom for this age group. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Reports show that appendicitis treated with antibiotics has a 91% success rate in the short term, with 71% of patients becoming appendectomy-free by 1 year . (medpagetoday.com)
- 2,3 ) Of all ED patients with abdominal pain, however, only 1%-3% will have acute appendicitis, many of which will present atypically. (ahrq.gov)
- For example, only a minority of patients with appendicitis will present with the classic history of abdominal discomfort migrating from the epigastrium to the periumbilical region on to the right lower quadrant. (ahrq.gov)
- Although the white blood cell (WBC) count will be elevated in 70%-90% of patients with acute appendicitis, this test is neither sensitive nor specific enough to rule in or exclude the disease. (ahrq.gov)
- Unlike previous randomized trials of antibiotics for appendicitis, they added, CODA did not exclude important subgroups such as appendicolith patients. (medpagetoday.com)
- A new study finds low-dose scans can spot appendicitis readily while reducing patients' radiation exposure. (upi.com)
- The research included 989 patients admitted to the emergency department at Turku University Hospital with suspected acute appendicitis. (upi.com)
- The overall accuracy in identifying patients with and without acute appendicitis was 98% with low-dose CT and 98.5% with standard-dose CT. (upi.com)
- They retrospectively reviewed 394 consecutive patients presenting with signs and symptoms of acute appendicitis to the emergency room between May and October of 2003. (diagnosticimaging.com)
- Only 79 of the Harvard patients had acute appendicitis, while 78 showed a different cause for lower abdominal pain on CT. (diagnosticimaging.com)
- Some attendees, however, expressed their concern about sending HIV patients with appendicitis-mimicking symptoms directly into the operating room without the proper preoperative examination. (diagnosticimaging.com)
- At the present time, excluding generalized peritonitis and sepsis, the majority of patients with uncomplicated acute appendicitis and selected complicated cases can by treated successfully by conservative treatment. (intechopen.com)
- They analysed the results of four randomised controlled trials involving 900 adult patients diagnosed with uncomplicated acute appendicitis. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- Of 68 patients treated with antibiotics who were readmitted with recurrence of symptoms, four had normal appendix and 13 had complicated appendicitis. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- There were no significant differences in either length of hospital stay or risk of developing complicated appendicitis between the two groups of patients. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- The authors argue that the role of antibiotics in acute uncomplicated appendicitis "has been overlooked based mainly on tradition rather than evidence" and they suggest that a careful 'wait, watch and treat' policy may be adopted in patients considered to have uncomplicated appendicitis or in whom the diagnosis is uncertain. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- The authors conclude that antibiotic therapy "is a safe initial therapy for patients with uncomplicated acute appendicitis" and that it "merits consideration as a primary treatment option for early uncomplicated appendicitis. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- In the presence of right iliac fossa pain visualizing an appendicolith , especially in young patients, is highly suggestive of appendicitis , subsequently confirmed. (radiopaedia.org)
- Investigators from the CODA Trial, which found that half of acute appendicitis patients treated by antibiotics did not need an appendectomy for up to four years after diagnosis, have developed an online decision-making tool that can be found at appyornot.org. (medicalxpress.com)
- Study leaders reviewed the medical records of 1,441 patients who underwent a laparoscopic appendectomy for non-perforated appendicitis at CHOP between July 2015 and June 2019. (chop.edu)
- Patients have appendicitis when the appendix becomes blocked, often by stool, a foreign body, or cancer. (thisismyindia.com)
- Diagnosis of appendicitis can be difficult because patients show similar symptoms that match with other illness. (thisismyindia.com)
- A new study from Finland shows her choice is a reasonable alternative for most patients with appendicitis. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- The results suggest that nearly two-thirds of appendicitis patients don't face that risk and may be good candidates for antibiotics instead. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- The study was carried out on 101 patients who were referred to the hospital for suspected appendicitis. (belmarrahealth.com)
- Thirty-four of the 64 had confirmed appendicitis, and 33 of those patients were confirmed as speed bump positive. (belmarrahealth.com)
- Overall, questioning patients travelling to the hospital for suspected appendicitis is beneficial in assisting with diagnosis of appendicitis. (belmarrahealth.com)
- Appendicitis in patients older than 60 years accounts for 10% of all appendectomies. (medscape.com)
Constipation1
- Children with misdiagnosed appendicitis are more likely than their counterparts to have vomiting before pain onset, diarrhea, constipation, dysuria, signs and symptoms of upper respiratory infection, and lethargy or irritability. (medscape.com)
Rate of appendicitis2
- Men have a slightly higher rate of appendicitis than women, and Caucasians are diagnosed with appendicitis 1.5 times more often than other ethnic groups. (medicinenet.com)
- When this rate was compared with the rate of appendicitis in the unvaccinated reference group, no significant difference was found. (healthline.com)
Sign of appendicitis1
- This is considered as a first sign of appendicitis. (thisismyindia.com)
Risk of appendicitis1
- Some data indicate appendicitis may be a potential adverse effect of vaccination, while others note that the risk of appendicitis after vaccination is no higher than in the general population. (healthline.com)
Child has appendicitis3
- If a child has appendicitis and isn't diagnosed in 48 hours, the chances that your child's appendix could burst or rupture increase greatly. (healthline.com)
- The difficulty with appendicitis is that no one test can definitively say a child has appendicitis. (healthline.com)
- How do I know if my child has appendicitis? (drbenkim.com)
Symptom of appendicitis2
- Early symptoms can vary between age groups, but severe and sudden abdominal pain is usually the first symptom of appendicitis. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Severe and sudden abdominal pain is usually the first symptom of appendicitis. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Antibiotics for appendicitis1
- Antibiotics For Appendicitis? (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
Perforation3
- Operative findings showed a contained perforation of a phlegmonous appendicitis, and appendectomy was performed. (hindawi.com)
- Operative findings showed a contained perforation of a phlegmonous appendicitis with purulent ascites, and appendectomy was performed. (hindawi.com)
- It is thought that a large, mobile pelvic caecum may predispose to the appendix lying within a femoral hernia.4 The narrow neck of the hernia may compress the appendix leading to secondary inflammation, "appendicitis", necrosis and perforation. (nzma.org.nz)
Treatment19
- In some instances of mild appendicitis, it may be treated with antibiotics alone, though the standard treatment for appendicitis remains an appendectomy. (medicinenet.com)
- Are you familiar with best practices for diagnosis and treatment of appendicitis? (medscape.com)
- In the 1990s, European investigators began to study whether a conservative approach using antibiotics as a primary treatment for appendicitis was feasible. (medpagetoday.com)
- Today, some within conventional medicine also question the decision to use excision as a first line treatment for appendicitis. (drbenkim.com)
- Mesenteric lymphadenitis produces some of the classic symptoms and signs that appendicitis does, but is typically self-limiting, clearing up on its own without a need for treatment. (drbenkim.com)
- A large number of parameters related to acute appendicitis, present diversity in their appearance, so the final estimation of the disease may by unclear and the decision for treatment may be incorrect. (intechopen.com)
- So a team of researchers at the Nottingham Digestive Diseases Centre NIHR Biomedical Research Unit set out to compare the safety and efficacy of antibiotic therapy as an initial treatment for uncomplicated acute appendicitis. (nottingham.ac.uk)
- When we compared the adult literature to the data in our review it suggested that antibiotic treatment of acute appendicitis is at least as effective in children as in adults. (southampton.ac.uk)
- RxWiki News) Did you know antibiotics are a treatment option for uncomplicated appendicitis? (rxwiki.com)
- A new survey revealed patient preferences on this and other appendicitis treatment options. (rxwiki.com)
- In the event of appendicitis, discuss the treatment options with your health care provider. (rxwiki.com)
- Information And Treatment For Appendicitis Is it true that eating tomato seeds may cause appendicitis? (diethealthclub.com)
- Appendicitis Treatment DietDiet for AppendicitisThe patient should be put to bed immediately at the first signs of severe pain, vomiting and fever. (diethealthclub.com)
- BACKGROUND: In a nationwide cohort the potentially protective association between allergy and complicated appendicitis was analysed, and the influence of seasonal antigens, antihistamine treatment, and timing of allergy onset assessed. (lu.se)
- It is the normal treatment for appendicitis. (thisismyindia.com)
- A journal editorial says "it's a new era of appendicitis treatment. (medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com)
- Laparoscopic appendectomy is the definitive treatment for appendicitis, followed by either mebendazole or albendazole for complete pinworm eradication. (clinmedjournals.org)
- Get the best complex appendicitis treatment in Hyderabad provided by the Dr Venugopal Pareek. (drvpareek.com)
- Although the standard treatment of acute appendicitis (AA) consists of an early appendectomy, there has recently been both an interest and an increase in the use of antibiotic therapy as the primary treatment for uncomplicated AA. (medscape.com)
Appendicectomy1
- In 1785, Hevin was credited with being the first surgeon to perform an appendicectomy for appendicitis within a femoral hernia. (nzma.org.nz)
Cause appendicitis1
- This is thought to cause appendicitis. (3-rx.com)
Develop appendicitis2
- Who is most likely to develop appendicitis? (medicinenet.com)
- Although anyone can develop appendicitis, most often it occurs in people between the ages of 10 and 30. (sparrow.org)
Chronic appendicitis2
- Acute appendicitis causes unbearable pain, whereas chronic appendicitis causes different facets of pain in the abdominal area over different time spans in the patient. (findatopdoc.com)
- He treats a wide spectrum of appendicitis problems such as acute appendicitis, chronic appendicitis, lymphatic hyperplasia, benign and malignant tumors, and many others. (drvpareek.com)
Ectopic pregnancy2
- To combat this effect, clinicians can adopt guidelines (formal or informal) to prompt consideration of highly morbid diagnoses, such as appendicitis, ectopic pregnancy, and diabetic ketoacidosis. (ahrq.gov)
- The level of urinary beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (beta-hCG) is useful in differentiating appendicitis from early ectopic pregnancy. (medscape.com)
Obstruction of the appendiceal lumen2
- Appendicitis is caused by nonspecific obstruction of the appendiceal lumen. (medscape.com)
- Appendicitis is thought to result from obstruction of the appendiceal lumen, typically by lymphoid hyperplasia but occasionally by a fecalith, foreign body, tumor, or even worms. (msdmanuals.com)
Laparoscopic2
- For early, non-perforated appendicitis, the most common management strategy is a laparoscopic appendectomy. (chop.edu)
- He has an impeccable successful record in treating complex appendicitis problems using advanced laparoscopic techniques. (drvpareek.com)
Antibiotic1
- Previous research has pointed to similar downsides with antibiotic therapy for appendicitis. (medpagetoday.com)
Diagnoses1
- They were recruited consecutively at emergency departments with diagnoses of acute appendicitis. (medpagetoday.com)
Appendix becomes inflamed2
- Appendicitis happens when the appendix becomes inflamed. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes inflamed and filled with pus. (middlesexhealth.org)
Common10
- Anyone can get appendicitis, but it is more common among people 10 to 30 years old. (medlineplus.gov)
- Acute appendicitis is a common gastrointestinal disease affecting 5.7-57 per 100.000 individuals each year, with the highest incidence being in children and adolescents. (medscape.com)
- Appendicitis is most common among those in their teens and 20s, but can occur at any age. (medpagetoday.com)
- The most common complication of untreated appendicitis is appendiceal rupture with the development of peritonitis, a potentially life-threatening condition. (medpagetoday.com)
- Appendicitis is most common in teens and young adults in their early 20s. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- The main differential diagnosis for appendicitis is mesenteric lymphadenitis, sometimes called mesenteric adenitis, which can accompany a common cold, the flu, or even occur on its own, mainly occurring in children and teens. (drbenkim.com)
- Because abdominal pain is so common, doctors can miss symptoms of appendicitis, making it one of the top reasons that medical malpractice lawsuits are filed. (biklaw.com)
- A missed diagnosis which leads to further injury is a classic medical malpractice claim, which is why appendicitis is one of the most common reasons for a medical negligence lawsuit. (biklaw.com)
- The main difference in the location caused by appendicitis from all these common entities is the exact lower right side where the large intestine operates. (findatopdoc.com)
- The most common tell-tale factor of which appendicitis is affecting the patient is the exact pinpoint location of the pain. (findatopdoc.com)
Signs and symptoms2
- The diagnosis of appendicitis is largely based on the person's signs and symptoms. (wikipedia.org)
- For example, the diagnosis of appendicitis in the man with classic right lower quadrant tenderness and other typical signs and symptoms does not require confirmatory CT scan. (ahrq.gov)
Computed tomography3
- When abdominal tenderness is present, a computed tomography (CT) scan can enhance the diagnostic accuracy of appendicitis. (ahrq.gov)
- Computed tomography (CT) has been shown to have high accuracy and low operator dependence in the diagnosis of appendicitis. (springer.com)
- A simple algorithm reduces computed tomography use in the diagnosis of appendicitis in children. (medscape.com)
Left untreated3
- Are your appendicitis problems left untreated? (drvpareek.com)
- If appendicitis left untreated, it might lead to focal rupture and necrosis of the appendiceal wall. (drvpareek.com)
- The left untreated appendicitis may lead to complex appendicitis problems. (drvpareek.com)
Occur4
- There is no specific age when appendicitis can occur. (thisismyindia.com)
- Where Does Appendicitis Pain Occur? (findatopdoc.com)
- Appendicitis can occur at any age although most commonly seen in children in the age group of 8 to 16 years. (punediary.com)
- Generally, this appendicitis problem may occur for the ages of 10 to 30. (drvpareek.com)
Incidence3
- Researchers found that the incidence of appendicitis in people getting an mRNA vaccine was not significantly higher than expected. (healthline.com)
- This was followed by a longitudinal analysis of children with allergy and matched controls who had never had an allergy, for incidence rate and hazard of subsequent complicated or simple appendicitis. (lu.se)
- Appendicitis after colonoscopy is rare, with an estimated incidence of 3.8 cases per 10 000 colonoscopies . (bvsalud.org)
Pain23
- Pain from appendicitis may begin as dull pain around the navel. (wikipedia.org)
- Symptoms of appendicitis progress over several hours to a couple of days, and usually begin with mild pain near the belly button that moves to the lower right quadrant of the belly and becomes sharper. (medicinenet.com)
- Abdominal pain can be a symptom of other conditions that seem like appendicitis. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Appendicitis usually starts out as pain around your child's bellybutton. (healthline.com)
- Seek immediate medical attention if your child experiences symptoms that could be appendicitis, like stomach pain that progresses to vomiting, poor appetite, or fever. (healthline.com)
- 6,7 ) The presence of pain in the right lower quadrant, abdominal rigidity, and migration of pain from the periumbilical region to the right lower quadrant increases the likelihood of appendicitis. (ahrq.gov)
- The presence of pain should increase suspicion for serious underlying conditions, including appendicitis, even if vomiting is present. (ahrq.gov)
- As inflammation worsens, appendicitis pain typically increases and eventually becomes serious. (sparrow.org)
- When the pressure is suddenly released, appendicitis pain will often feel worse. (sparrow.org)
- The 25 studies that made the final cut examined symptoms and outcomes in children who presented with abdominal pain and in whom appendicitis was considered a possible diagnosis. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Doctors advise parents that any abdominal pain should be evaluated for appendicitis. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Parents who have stood witness to their young children suffering with severe unexplained abdominal pain know the agony of wondering about appendicitis and whether a trip to the emergency room is in order. (drbenkim.com)
- Your doctor may use imaging tests to find out if your pain is caused by appendicitis. (nih.gov)
- The severity of the pain felt depends upon the type of appendicitis occurring. (findatopdoc.com)
- Such location of the appendix can cause a completely different location of pain in appendicitis, which appears to be in the lower back and sometimes the pelvis. (findatopdoc.com)
- The difference in pain can be attributed to the different kind of appendicitis. (findatopdoc.com)
- Could that regular tummy pain in kids be appendicitis? (punediary.com)
- A previous study found, if there's pain experienced when driving over speed bumps, it signals an increased likelihood of acute appendicitis. (belmarrahealth.com)
- Vomiting that precedes pain is suggestive of intestinal obstruction, and the diagnosis of appendicitis should be reconsidered. (medscape.com)
- In distinguishing appendiceal pain from that of PID, anorexia and onset of pain more than 14 days after menses suggests appendicitis. (medscape.com)
- He is backed by a team of gastro surgeons and a supporting team of anaesthetists to provide comprehensive appendicitis care for people with severe abdominal pain. (drvpareek.com)
- Appendicitis is acute inflammation of the vermiform appendix, typically resulting in abdominal pain, anorexia, and abdominal tenderness. (msdmanuals.com)
- Additional appendicitis signs are pain felt in the right lower quadrant with palpation of the left lower quadrant (Rovsing sign), an increase in pain caused by passive extension of the right hip joint that stretches the iliopsoas muscle (psoas sign), or pain caused by passive internal rotation of the flexed thigh (obturator sign). (msdmanuals.com)