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Ultrasound documentation of spontaneously resolving appendicitis

M B Heller1, M L Skolnick

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, PA.

The American Journal of Emergency Medicine
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Diagnostic ultrasound is a specific technique for appendicitis. This case shows ultrasound may document spontaneously resolving appendicitis, avoiding surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Diagnostic ultrasound is highly specific for confirming acute appendicitis.
  • Appendicitis often requires surgical intervention.

Observation:

  • A 27-year-old male presented with symptoms and ultrasound findings suggestive of early acute appendicitis.
  • The patient's condition improved spontaneously without surgery.

Findings:

  • Repeat ultrasound two weeks later showed a normal appendix.
  • This case suggests spontaneous resolution of acute appendicitis is possible.

Implications:

  • Ultrasound may play a role in identifying cases of appendicitis that do not require surgery.
  • Further research could explore the prevalence and management of spontaneously resolving appendicitis.

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