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[Radiological evaluation of acute abdomen in children]

P C Krüger1, H J Mentzel2

  • 1Sektion Pädiatrische Radiologie, Institut für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Jena, Am Klinikum 1, 07747, Jena, Deutschland.

Der Radiologe
|October 28, 2018
PubMed

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Pediatric abdominal pain diagnosis relies on ultrasonography. Advanced imaging like MRI is reserved for unclear ultrasound findings, ensuring efficient and accurate patient care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Diagnostic Techniques

Background:

  • Acute, non-traumatic abdominal pain is a common pediatric consultation reason.
  • Understanding age-dependent diseases is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the diagnostic imaging approach for acute, non-traumatic abdominal pain in children.
  • To emphasize the role of ultrasonography as the primary imaging modality.

Main Methods:

  • Ultrasonography is the initial imaging choice.
  • X-ray is reserved for emergencies like suspected perforation.
  • Contrast-enhanced ultrasonography (CEUS), elastography, and MRI supplement ultrasonography for complex cases.

Main Results:

  • Ultrasonography is effective for diagnosing various pediatric abdominal conditions.
  • Advanced imaging techniques like MRI are valuable for clarifying indeterminate sonographic results.
  • CEUS and elastography offer complementary diagnostic information.

Conclusions:

  • Ultrasonography is the primary imaging modality for pediatric abdominal pain.
  • Cross-sectional imaging (e.g., MRI) should be utilized judiciously for unclear sonographic findings.
  • This approach optimizes diagnosis and management of pediatric abdominal emergencies.
Abstract

Keywords:
Acute abdominal painAppendicitisDifferential diagnosisInvaginationPediatric diagnosticsUltrasonography

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