Diagnostic Decision‐Making in Intermediate‐Risk Pediatric Appendicitis: A Prospective Cohort Study

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Authors

Mohamed Zouari · University of Sfax

Manel Belhajmansour · University of Sfax

Manar Hbaieb · University of Sfax

Asma Issaoui · University of Sfax

Oumaima Jarboui · University of Sfax

Mahdi Ben Dhaou · University of Sfax

Riadh Mhiri ·

Abstract

In children with intermediate PAS scores, ultrasound plays a central role in diagnostic decision-making. Its strong rule-out value allows meaningful risk reclassification, supporting safe observation while guiding timely surgical intervention when positive.

Topics & Keywords

Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment

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Publication Details

Published in: World Journal of Surgery

DOI: 10.1002/wjs.70349

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