10. Appendicitis Flashcards
1
Q
How common is it?
A
Common - 50,000 people admitted each year
2
Q
Who does it affect?
A
Any age but usually 10-20 y/o
3
Q
What causes it?
A
Inflamed tissue secondary to GI infection
Stool / growths blocking lumen or opening
Trauma
4
Q
What signs may the patient have on examination?
A
Guarding
Rebound tenderness
Rovsing’s sign
5
Q
How would you investigate?
A
Digital rectal exam
6
Q
Which other conditions might present similarly?
A
Ectopic pregnancy, ovarian torsion Viral gastroenteritis Crohn's Peptic ulcer Cholecystitis UTI
7
Q
How would you investigate?
A
Digital rectal exam Abdominal ultrasound, CT Urinalysis FBC, U+Es Pregnancy test
8
Q
What complications are there?
A
Peritonitis
Abscess
