Chapter 121: Abdominal Emergencies - Incomplete Flashcards
1
Q
Acute appendicitis has a slight female predominance true or false
A
false
2
Q
Peak incidence age of appendicitis
A
9-12 years ( rarely occurs younger than 2 years
3
Q
Wcc count in a non-perforated appendicitis
A
11 000 - 15 000
4
Q
Wcc in perforated appendicitis
A
> 15 000 with left shift
5
Q
Appendicitis pain that is elicited on deep palpation or flank palpation
A
Retrocecal appendix
6
Q
Ultrasound reported sensitivity and specificity for appendicitis
A
80-92%
86-98%
7
Q
Focal CT reported sensitivity and specificity for appendicitis
A
87-100%
83-97%
