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Postappendectomy fluid collections in children: incidence, nature, and evolution evaluated using US.

D E Baker, T M Silver, A G Coran

    Radiology
    |November 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Postoperative fluid collections after appendectomy in children are often managed conservatively. Pelvic fluid collections typically resolve without surgery, while widespread abscesses may require drainage.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Postappendectomy fluid collections are a known complication.
    • Conservative management is common, but criteria for intervention require clarification.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the incidence and outcomes of postoperative fluid collections in children following appendectomy.
    • To assess the role of sonography in monitoring these collections.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 216 pediatric appendectomy cases.
    • Postoperative sonography was performed on 32 patients (15%).
    • Analysis of fluid collection characteristics, management, and resolution time.

    Main Results:

    • 10 patients (31%) had 16 fluid collections on initial sonography.

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  • 7 patients with pelvic collections showed conservative treatment success (2-9 weeks resolution).
  • 3 patients developed abscesses requiring surgical drainage; 2 had severe, widespread disease.

    • Conclusions:

    • Clinically significant fluid collections occur in ~5% of pediatric appendectomy cases.
    • Sonography is valuable for monitoring fluid collection size and progression.
    • Pelvic fluid collections often resolve with conservative, nonoperative management.