ACR Appropriateness Criteria ® Left Lower Quadrant Pain: 2023 Update

The differential diagnosis for left lower quadrant pain is wide and conditions range from the benign and self-limited to life-threatening surgical emergencies. Along with patient history, physical examination, and laboratory tests, imaging is often critical to limit the differential diagnosis and identify life-threatening abnormalities. This document will discuss the guidelines for the appropriate use of imaging in the initial workup for patients who present with left lower quadrant pain, patients with suspected diverticulitis, and patients with suspected complications from diverticulitis.
Source: Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Appropriate Use Criteria Source Type: research