Acute inflammation of the appendix
Simple or uncomplicated appendicitis occurs when there is no clinical or radiologic sign of perforation. Complicated or perforated appendicitis is d...
Diagnosis relies on history and physical examination with supporting laboratory studies and imaging.
Modified Alvarado Scoring System (MASS): The use of MASS in the diagnosis of acute appendi...
Surgery (appendectomy) has been the standard of care for acute, uncomplicated appendicitis. Evidence suggests nonoperative management with antibiotics may be noninferior to a...
Return to work in 1 to 2 weeks is typical following most cases of uncomplicated appendicitis.
Restrict activity for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery: no heavy lifting (...
K35.80 Unspecified acute appendicitis
K35.2 Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis
K35.3 Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis
K35.89 Other acute appendicitis
K35 Acute appendi...
Anorexia with periumbilical pain localizing to RLQ is the classic history for acute appendicitis.
Diagnosis is more challenging in children, pregnant patients, and the elderly due to va...
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