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Children with cognitive delays are more likely to have CT scan to diagnose appendicitis – Mirage News
New ACS NSQIP analysis highlights ways to improve appendicitis care for pediatric patients with developmental and cognitive impairments CHICAGO: Computed…
New ACS NSQIP analysis highlights ways to improve appendicitis care for pediatric patients with developmental and cognitive impairments
CHICAGO: Computed tomography (CT) is used at a higher rate than ultrasound in children with developmental and cognitive impairments to diagnose appendicitis, even though CT scans increase radiation risk in smaller bodies. Additionally, these children have higher rates of postoperative emergency room visits and hospital readmissions after undergoing laparoscopic…
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