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25 paź 2024 · CT. CT is highly sensitive (94-98%) and specific (up to 97%) for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis and allows for alternative causes of abdominal pain to be diagnosed. The need for contrast (IV, oral, or both) is debatable and varies from institution to institution.
A case highlighting the typical features of acute appendicitis on abdominal CT.Find out more: http://radiopaedia.org/articles/appendicitisView the entire cas...
CT. CT is highly sensitive (94-98%) and specific (up to 97%) for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis and allows other causes of abdominal pain to be diagnosed. Usually performed with IV contrast (no oral contrast required). dilated appendix with a distended lumen ( >6 mm diameter) thickened and enhancing wall.
2 cze 2024 · Acute appendicitis. Three key imaging findings can help you confidently diagnose acute appendicitis: A dilated, fluid-filled appendix that is greater than 6 mm in width; Inflammation around the appendix (i.e., stranding or wavy lines and haziness of the fat surrounding the appendix)
This article reviews various CT protocols for appendicitis, identifies key CT findings for diagnosing appendicitis, discusses unusual manifestations such as chronic and recurrent appendicitis, and profiles imaging features that differentiate appendicitis from other inflammatory and neoplastic ileocecal conditions.
1 wrz 2020 · The first steps are with the use of the appropriate imaging modality (US, CT and MRI) to locate the appendix in abdominal cavity and to identify the features of appendicitis and its complications through specific imaging signs.
14 sie 2005 · A broad spectrum of nonsurgical diseases may clinically present as appendicitis in patients without appendicitis. The radiologist should be aware of the sonographic and CT features of these alternative disorders, as a correct imaging diagnosis prevents an unwarranted operation and unnecessary hospital resource use.
