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Perichondritis.

E A Kadzombe1, W J Robson

  • 1Accident and Emergency Department, Royal Liverpool Children's Hospital (Alder Hey).

Lancet (London, England)
|October 29, 1988
PubMed
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Costochondral pain in children is often misdiagnosed, leading to unnecessary tests. Accurate history and examination are key for correct diagnosis and effective treatment with medication or injections.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric Rheumatology
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Costochondral pain, an inflammation of cartilage connecting ribs to the breastbone, can present as abdominal pain in children.
  • Misdiagnosis of pediatric abdominal pain leads to delayed treatment and increased healthcare costs.

Observation:

  • Five pediatric cases of abdominal pain attributed to costochondral origin were reviewed.
  • Four out of five children experienced initial misdiagnosis, resulting in unnecessary investigations and inappropriate treatments.

Findings:

  • Accurate patient history and thorough physical examination are crucial for diagnosing costochondral pain.
  • Mefenamic acid proved effective for most cases, while one child required methylprednisolone injection.

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Implications:

  • Emphasizes the importance of considering costochondral pain in pediatric abdominal pain differential diagnoses.
  • Highlights the need for physician education on recognizing and managing this condition to avoid diagnostic delays and reduce healthcare expenditures.