Appendicitis

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Introduction

With almost everyone, appendicitis begins with lumneal obstruction.

Fecal material, parasites, swallowed bodies, lymphoid hyperplasia.

When pressure increases, venous flow is obstructed and blood flow ceases. Ischemia is accompanied by anaerobic bacteria proliferation. and transmural inflammation can affect the

 

 

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Causes and Risk Factors

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Pathophysiology

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Signs and Symptoms

 

  • history
  • physical exam

History

Pain often begins with vague peri-umbilical doscomfort, progressing to RLQ pain.

Acute abdomen can result

Peritoneal involvement leads to reduced movement and guarding/rigidity.

Physical Exam

 

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Investigations

  • lab investigations
  • diagnostic imaging

Lab Investigations

Diagnostic Imaging

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Differential Diagnosis

Discriminating appendicitis from other causes of abdominal pain

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Treatments

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Consequences and Course

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Additional Resources

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