Clinical utility of abdominal and pelvic ultrasound in the evaluation of right iliac fossa pain in females

ConclusionThe results herein reflect findings from high volume emergency surgical departments, demonstrating that unfocussed abdominal and pelvic ultrasounds are not an appropriate use of resources in reproductive women with RIF pain. Clinically relevant extra-pelvic US findings account for less than 1%, rarely contributing to the acute presentation. The appendix was only visualised in 6% of patients, suggesting that a focussed appendiceal and pelvic US would better assist diagnosis with a higher yield and increased sensitivity and specificity.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research