Appendicitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is key to understand about appendicitis in children?
A
very atypical
2
Q
what makes a child more likely to present atypically?
A
- young children
- children with a retrocaecal/pelvic appendix
3
Q
What age group is appendicitis uncommon?
A
Children under 4 years
4
Q
If a child is to present under 4 years - what do they usually present with?
A
perforation
