Association of Initial Treatment With Antibiotics vs Surgery With Treatment Success and Disability in Subgroups of Children With Uncomplicated Appendicitis
Peter C. Minneci, Erinn M. Hade, Gregory A. Metzger, Jacqueline M. Saito, Grace Z. Mak, Katherine J. Deans, Ronald B. Hirschl, Samir K. Gadepalli, Michael A. Helmrath, Charles M. Leys, Thomas T. Sato, Dave R. Lal, Matthew P. Landman, Rashmi Kabre, Mary E. Fallat, Jennifer N. Cooper
Abstract
This study investigates differences in 1-year outcomes by clinical and socioeconomic factors among US children with uncomplicated appendicitis who were treated with antibiotics vs surgery.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineAcute appendicitisAntibioticsAppendicitisGeneral surgeryGerontologyFamily medicineSurgeryBiologyMicrobiologyAppendicitis Diagnosis and ManagementIntestinal Malrotation and Obstruction DisordersPregnancy and Medication Impact