In the past Computed Tomography (CT), has been the preferred diagnostic modality in appendicitis diagnosis. Due to increasing radiation and cancer concerns, ultrasound (US) has been promoted as a safer alternative. Despite the US benefits, some pediatric providers have reluctance to use US due to its lower appendicitis sensitivity. Attempting to increase the use and efficacy of US in suspected appendicitis, our US department performed three annual interventions consisting of lectures and hands-on sonographer training during 2012-2014. Additionally, a clinical pathway for appendicitis diagnosis was developed in 2014 to promote US as the primary diagnostic modality in acute appendicitis evaluation. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2017 Annual Meeting & Categorical Course , 2017

Authors: Steinberg Zach, Rein Julia, Scanlan James, Carlson Alex, Weinsheimer Robert, Finch Lisa

Keywords: Appendicitis, Ultrasound, Computed Tomography