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Signifance of faecoliths in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis
The British Journal of Surgery
|July 1, 1975
Insights
Faecoliths are significant in diagnosing acute appendicitis in infants, presenting diverse symptoms. Plain abdominal X-rays are crucial for infants experiencing acute abdominal conditions.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency in infants.
- Diagnosis can be challenging due to atypical presentations.
Observation:
- Presents three cases of acute appendicitis in infants.
- Highlights the role of faecoliths in diagnosis.
- Notes a wide spectrum of clinical symptoms.
Findings:
- Faecoliths are significant indicators in diagnosing pediatric appendicitis.
- Plain abdominal X-rays are valuable diagnostic tools for acute abdomen in infants.
Implications:
- Emphasizes the importance of considering faecoliths in the differential diagnosis of appendicitis in infants.
- Underscores the utility of plain radiography in evaluating acute abdominal pain in this age group.
Abstract:
Three cases are presented which demonstrate the significance of faecoliths in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis in infants. A wide spectrum of symptoms is noteworthy. The usefulness of a plain X-ray of the abdomen in infants with acute abdomen is stressed.