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Appendicitis in infancy.

P Puri, B O'Donnell

    Journal of Pediatric Surgery
    |April 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Acute appendicitis in infants under two years old is rare but treatable. Conservative management of appendix masses followed by surgery is a safe and effective approach for these young patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Gastrointestinal Surgery

    Background:

    • Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency.
    • Infantile appendicitis, particularly in the first two years of life, is uncommon.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the incidence and management of acute appendicitis in infants under two years old.
    • To assess the safety and efficacy of conservative management for appendix masses in this age group.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of pediatric patients treated for acute appendicitis.
    • Analysis of cases presenting in the first two years of life.
    • Evaluation of treatment outcomes for conservative versus immediate surgical management.

    Main Results:

    • One percent (40 infants) of all acute appendicitis cases occurred in children under two years old.

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  • Nineteen of these 40 infants presented with an appendix mass.
  • Conservative management of appendix mass followed by delayed appendectomy showed positive outcomes.

    • Conclusions:

    • Acute appendicitis in infants under two years old is infrequent.
    • Conservative management of appendix mass in infants is a safe and effective treatment strategy.
    • Delayed elective appendectomy is recommended after conservative management of appendix mass.