Appendicitis

Description: Appendicitis is defined as an inflammation of the inner lining of the appendix that spreads outwards to its other parts.. Variations in the position and size of the appendix, age of the patient, and degree of inflammation make the clinical presentation of appendicitis very inconsistent between patients. The most common symptom of appendicitis is abdominal pain. Appendicitis symptoms begin as periumbilical or epigastric pain migrating to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen. An inflamed

Appendicitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the appendix. Both CT and ultrasound scanning help doctors detect and properly diagnose it so they can perform the necessary abdominal surgery to treat it. Hudson Valley Imaging in Monroe, NY, provides exceptional diagnostic imaging services for clients in the surrounding areas, and their compassionate staff empowers patients by introducing them to the latest advancements in digital imaging. CT Scan Advantages CT scanning is one

something about it. The question is: what do you do? So, you do what anyone in this odd predicament would do, you ask google. After some searching on WebMD.com and MayoClinic.org, you conclude that it has to be, without a reasonable doubt, appendicitis. Appendicitis is a serious medical condition in which the appendix becomes inflamed and painful; if ruptured, it can actually be quite fatal. After receiving all of the information you needed, you come to the resolution that there 's no time for you to

Appendicitis is simply defined as “inflammation of the appendix” (WebMD "Appendicitis Symptoms, Causes, Surgery, and Recovery"). However, this term actually describes a wide variety of signs, symptoms, and complications. The function of the appendix is unknown, some theorize that it stores good bacteria that restores digestive health in the event of a diarrheal illness; however, this has yet to be confirmed. Unfortunately, it is mainly only known for its ability to become inflamed and rupture. “Appendicitis

Appendicitis Introduction The appendix is located on the lower right side of the abdomen attached to the colon. There is no known purpose for the appendix, however throughout history there were periods when the appendix could have potentially served a purpose. The appendix produces mucus and holds lymphatic tissue with bacteria. It is an organ that can easily get inflamed or infected, if this occurs, the individual has appendicitis. Appendicitis can occur when a blockage appears in the opening

incidence varies between 12 to 47 years, the maximum incidence of acute appendicitis was found in age group of 21- 40 years [56 patients (56%)], followed by age group of ≤20 years [28 patients (28%)] and lastly the age group of 41-60 years [16 patients (16%)]. Regarding to sex, males were more than females [68 males (68%) vs 32 females (32%) with a ratio of 2.13:1 respectively]. Married patients were suffering from acute appendicitis more than single patients (52% vs 48% respectively). Regarding to job

incidence varies between 12 to 47 years, the maximum incidence of acute appendicitis was found in age group of 21- 40 years [56 patients (56%)], followed by age group of ≤20 years [28 patients (28%)] and lastly the age group of 41-60 years [16 patients (16%)]. Regarding to sex, males were more than females [68 males (68%) vs 32 females (32%) with a ratio of 2.13:1 respectively]. Married patients were suffering from acute appendicitis more than single patients (52% vs 48% respectively). Regarding to job

LITERATURE REVIEW COMPLICATED APPENDICITIS BACKGROUND ON COMPLICATED APPENDICITIS Appendicitis occurs due to several reasons like hyperplasia of the lymphoid, bacterial/viral infection but major cause being as a result of obstruction of appendicle lumen by a faecolith (1). if not managed in time or misdiagnosed it progresses to Complicated appendicitis in form of perforation, peritonitis, formation of phlegmon and abscess and even mortality(2)(3),especially in children the rate of complication has

Appendicitis is one of the most common surgical diagnosis in the emergency department. Recent literature has supported the safety of nonoperative management of uncomplicated appendicitis. The APPAC trial was recently started in Finland to provide level 1 evidence to the hypothesis that at least 75% of patients with uncomplicated appendicitis can be managed effectively with antibiotics. Another study by Abes M et al has demonstrated 93.7% success rate in the non operative management of pediatric patients

Practice Implications As a student, it can often be challenging to apply research findings into practice, even more so at earlier levels of nursing programs. When involved in surgical care around appendicitis, among the many actions which can be done, the arguably most important intervention which can be applied is continual perioperative care (Lewis, 2014). Frequent patient assessment can prevent a variety of complications in appendectomy patients. After this gastrointestinal surgery with abdominal