Tag: Appendicitis
Decision Support Tools Cut CT Use in Pediatric Appendicitis Workup
Lower proportions of CT in passive, active intervention time periods versus historical control
Appendicitis Should Be Considered Among Elderly
Two cases reported of seniors with atypical presentation, including nonspecific symptoms
Extended-Spectrum Antibiotics No Benefit for Pediatric Appendicitis
Extended-spectrum linked to 30-day readmission in complicated, not uncomplicated appendicitis
Clinical Decision Support Tool Cuts CT Use for Appendicitis
Multicomponent electronic clinical decision tool reduces CT use in children with possible appendicitis
Nonoperative Management Feasible for Pediatric Appendicitis
Less morbidity and lower costs for those choosing nonoperative management versus surgery
Racial Disparities in Analgesia for Children With Appendicitis
Black children less likely to receive pain meds for moderate pain, less likely to receive opioids
Antibiotics May Be Enough for Some Appendicitis Patients
About 80 percent of patients can try medication first, researchers say
Study Considers Antibiotics-First Approach to Appendicitis
Case vignette presents issues related to immediate appendectomy versus antibiotics-first
