Negative appendicectomy rates as a quality measure in a regional surgical unit: a retrospective review

ConclusionThere is no consensus on defining a negative appendicectomy or for imaging modality utilisation. CT imaging is the most sensitive and should be used in cases of diagnostic uncertainty. A standardised algorithm regarding the workup of patients with RIF pain along with a consensus on the use of imaging will further reduce negative appendicectomy rates.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research