Factors Associated With Potentially Missed Diagnosis of Appendicitis in the Emergency Department
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.0612
Abstract: Key Points Question What factors are associated with a potentially missed diagnosis of appendicitis in the emergency department among adults and children? Findings In this cohort study of 123 711 patients diagnosed with appendicitis, insurance claims… read more here.
Keywords: potentially missed; associated potentially; factors associated; appendicitis ... See more keywords
The Threat of Diagnostic Uncertainty in the Medical Management of Uncomplicated Appendicitis
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DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2017.0053
Abstract: Overview Appendicitis is the most common acute surgical condition, with a lifetime risk of 8%. Over the last 2 decades, there have been significant improvements in the diagnosis and surgical management, which has led to… read more here.
Keywords: nonoperative management; management uncomplicated; management; appendicitis ... See more keywords
New Approaches for Appendicitis in Children.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2017.2935
Abstract: Appendicitis happens when the appendix gets blocked with a particle in the stool and then becomes inflamed. The blockage can cause bacteria to overgrow in the appendix, leading to infection and inflammation. Appendicitis is a… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; appendicitis children; new approaches; treatment ... See more keywords
Reevaluating Nonoperative Management for Pediatric Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2025.4091
Abstract: Importance Nonoperative management (NOM) has emerged as a potential alternative to surgery for acute uncomplicated appendicitis in children; however, while short-term outcomes are often favorable, concerns remain about treatment durability, complication rates, and long-term failure.… read more here.
Keywords: management pediatric; treatment; meta analysis; analysis ... See more keywords
Nonoperative vs Operative Management of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2022.2937
Abstract: Importance Appendectomy remains the standard of care for uncomplicated acute appendicitis despite several randomized clinical trials pointing to the safety and efficacy of nonoperative management of this disease. A meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials may… read more here.
Keywords: acute appendicitis; management; appendicitis; uncomplicated acute ... See more keywords
Development and Validation of the Scoring System of Appendicitis Severity 2.0.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2024.0235
Abstract: Importance When considering nonoperative treatment in a patient with acute appendicitis, it is crucial to accurately rule out complicated appendicitis. The Atema score, also referred to as the Scoring System of Appendicitis Severity (SAS), has… read more here.
Keywords: appendicitis; complicated appendicitis; sas; validation ... See more keywords
Population-Based Intraoperative Disease Severity Criteria for Pediatric Appendicitis.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2024.1759
Abstract: Importance A standardized severity assessment approach is needed in children with appendicitis for postoperative adverse event estimation and severity adjustment for hospital-level comparative performance reporting. Objective To examine the association between the presence and number… read more here.
Keywords: use; complicated appendicitis; nsqip pediatric; severity ... See more keywords
Comment on: Evaluation of appendicitis risk prediction models in adults with suspected appendicitis
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DOI: 10.1002/bjs.11547
Abstract: Editor We read with interest the publication by Bhangu and the RIFT Study Group1 comparing different appendicitis scoring systems in identifying patients with a low risk of appendicitis. The study found that the Adult Appendicitis… read more here.
Keywords: risk; aas; study; appendicitis ... See more keywords
Appendicitis and the COVID pandemic; new challenges in the management of a familiar foe
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DOI: 10.1002/bjs.12058
Abstract: N 122 62 Age in years (range) 21⋅9 (2-69) 27⋅1 (4 – 66) 0⋅0066 Number read more here.
Keywords: 107 0001; management; appendicitis covid; appendicitis ... See more keywords
Reply by Authors
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DOI: 10.1002/jcu.22706
Abstract: We are grateful for the thoughtful consideration inspired by our article, particularly as clinical interest in primary antibiotic therapy for acute appendicitis continues to grow. To ensure clarity, the essential points in the article should… read more here.
Keywords: primary antibiotic; luminal obstruction; study; appendicitis ... See more keywords
Shared decision‐making and nonoperative management of appendicitis
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DOI: 10.1002/jso.25677
Abstract: Dear Editor, We read with great interest Dr Talan’s letter to the editor regarding our study entitled “Risk of appendiceal cancer in patients undergoing appendectomy for appendicitis in the era of increasing nonoperative management.” Dr… read more here.
Keywords: nonoperative management; risk; appendiceal cancer; appendicitis ... See more keywords