Machine learning enabled researchers to identify a genetic biomarker for predicting perforated appendicitis in children presenting with suspected appendicitis, according to a single-center prospective ...

If you’ve ever had severe stomach pain, you’ve probably Googled “how to know if your appendix burst.” It’s natural that your mind immediately goes to your appendix since there are only so many reasons ...

Dear Doctors: I had a pain on the right side of my abdomen. A CT scan found a perforated appendix with an abscess. I was treated with IV antibiotics, and now I am feeling fine. Do I need to have my ...

Appendicitis often begins with dull pain in the lower abdomen. But it can quickly transform into an emergency requiring immediate medical attention. Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a ...

Filmmaker Kiran Rao recently underwent appendix surgery and is recovering well. Her experience has renewed focus on ...

HGTV’s Home Town star Erin Napier has experienced her fair share of health scares over the years. From mysterious symptoms to a hospitalization for surgery, Erin managed to come out smiling after all ...

Appendicitis is one of those health conditions that you know exists, you know it's painful, and you know it can be dangerous. But it turns out that some rare cases of appendicitis aren't as obvious as ...

REVIEW was made of all children under thirteen years of age subjected to appendectomy at the Boston City Hospital from January 1, 1950, to January 1, 1953. Included in this series, which totaled 405 ...

There is no consensus regarding the optimal treatment for children with perforated appendicitis. [5] In fact, much heterogeneity exists among pediatric surgeons regarding choice of antibiotics, ...

Appendicitis is one of those health conditions that you know exists, you know it's painful, and you know it can be dangerous. But it turns out that some rare cases of appendicitis aren't as obvious as ...