Abscess and symptoms duration upon presentation should guide decision algorithms for early versus interval appendectomy in children

To compare outcomes for complicated appendicitis treated with early versus interval appendectomy and to identify which patients would likely benefit from early appendectomy.

Source: Pediatrics and Neonatology - February 5, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Faidah Badru, Nicholas Piening, Armando Salim Munoz Abraham, Hector Osei, Jose Greenspon, Kaveer Chatoorgoon, Colleen Fitzpatrick, Gustavo A. Villalona Tags: Original Article Source Type: research