The Role of Radiological Imaging in the Diagnosis of Acute Appendicitis

Several strategies have been employed to improve the accuracy of the diagnosis of appendicitis and to reduce the associated perforation rate. Because clinical algorithms have been disappointing, many physicians resort to radiological modalities. Plain abdominal x-rays are nonspecific, barium enema e...

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Main Author: E Albiston
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2002-01-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2002/623213
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