WebLarge academic center-based studies suggest appendix ultrasound (U/S) is sensitive and specific for appendicitis, with low nondiagnostic rates. Objectives We sought to determine the diagnostic rate of appendix U/S and incidence of follow-up computed tomography (CT) imaging for pediatric patients at a community hospital. WebPreoperative imaging is an important component in diagnosing appendicitis and reducing the negative appendectomy rate (NAR) [5]. According to the American Col-lege of Radiology Appropriateness Criteria [6], contrast-enhanced CT is the first-line imaging test for diagnosing appendicitis in adults. CT is highly accurate, with sensitivi-
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WebThe use of appropriate diagnostic reference levels (DRL) is an important indicator of radiation protection of patients in medicine [4] and required in Europe according to article 56 of the COUNCIL DIRECTIVE 2013/59/EURATOM [5]. In medical imaging, the goal is to use appropriate dose to obtain clinical images with adequate quality for diagnosis. WebJan 26, 2024 · Pathways designed to minimize CT use are being implemented in many institutions. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) In children with suspected acute … phim god eater
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WebWe hypothesized that a radiation-free imaging pathway of ultrasonography selectively followed by MRI would not change clinical end points compared with computed tomography (CT) for diagnosis of acute appendicitis in children. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed children (<18 years old) who had diagnostic imaging for suspected acute ... WebOf the 798 patients, 577 were women and 221 were men. The mean age was 32.7 ± 16 (SD) years. A total of 562 US and 522 CT examinations were performed. Patient … WebDiagnostic reliability of pediatric appendicitis score, ultrasound and low-dose computed tomography scan in children with suspected acute appendicitis Ashraf Othman Sayed,1 Nancy Selim Zeidan,2 Dalia Monir Fahmy,3 Hossam A Ibrahim4 1Department of Pediatrics, Children and Women’s University Hospital, Minia University, El-Minya, Egypt; … tslb allowance