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Pediatric Clinics of North America
|December 1, 1993
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Appendicitis is a frequent and serious childhood illness. This article reviews its history, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for pediatric patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Medicine
Background:
- Acute appendicitis is a prevalent surgical emergency in pediatric populations.
- It is associated with significant morbidity if not promptly diagnosed and treated.
Abstract:
Appendicitis remains a common and morbid illness in children. The history, epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and management of acute appendicitis are discussed in this article.