Mesenteric Adenitis Flashcards
1
Q
Physiol
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Inflamed LNs in abdominal mesentery
Often self resolves in 2wk
Comm in under 16yo
Usually likely triggered by viral infec
2
Q
px
Simil to appendicitis
A
Often follows URTI
Temp abdo pain, usually umbillical or RIF
Fever
DNV
3
Q
ix
A
Often diag of exclusion
Bloods
Urine dip
US or CT
4
Q
mx
A
Analgesia
Occas abx
May req exploratory laparoscopy if diag unsure
