Outcomes of Nonoperative Management of Uncomplicated Appendicitis

CONCLUSIONS:
A significant increase in NOM of nonperforated appendicitis was observed over 6 years. Patients with NOM had more subsequent ED visits and hospitalizations compared with those managed operatively at the index visit. A substantial proportion of patients initially managed nonoperatively eventually had an appendectomy.

Source: PEDIATRICS - June 30, 2017 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Bachur, R. G., Lipsett, S. C., Monuteaux, M. C. Tags: Gastroenterology, Abdominal Pain, Surgery Article Source Type: research