41. The Riddle Of The Appendix - New York Times Even if it also caused deaths by appendicitis, the appendix might have been (It s also possible that appendicitis wasn t such a big problem in the past. http://www.nytimes.com/2005/08/09/science/09case.html

42. Appendicitis Silen, William. Acute appendicitis. In Harrison s Principles of Internal Medicine, ed. Anthony S. Fauci, et al. New York McGrawHill, 1997. Periodicals http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/appendicitis.jsp

43. Appendicitis -- ECureMe.com UPDATED SARS INFORMATION,Check health symptoms, make a self diagnosis, ask a doctor or veterinarian online, view an encyclopedia of diseases treatments, http://www.ecureme.com/emyhealth/data/Appendicitis.asp

DisplayAd("468","60"); eCureMe Life : Your Healthy Living. Click Here! Welcome, eCureMe.com Select a Health Topic ADD/ADHD Allergy Alternative Medicine Arthritis Asthma Beyond Dieting Body Aches and Pains Breast Cancer Cancer Awareness Cardio Health Children's Health Colon Cancer Contraception COPD/Emphysema Dental Health Diabetes Elder Care Emergency Room Epilepsy Erectile Dysfunction Eye Care Fertility Fitness Gastrointestinal Health Glands and Hormones Gynecologic Health Hair Loss Headache Healthcare Today Healthy Aging HIV and AIDS Infectious Diseases Kidney Health Leukemia Liver Health Lung Cancer Lymphoma Multiple Sclerosis Men's Health Mental Health Nutrition Osteoporosis Parkinson's Disease Sexual Health Skin Health Sleep Disorders Special Events Stroke Surgeries and Procedures Teen Health Thyroid Health Urologic Health Vascular Disease Women's Health Workplace Health September 8, 2005 eCureMe Life Medical Supplies Calorie Count Physician Search ... Hospital Directory Appendicitis more about Appendicitis Normal Abnormal The appendix is a collection of lymphatic tissue (tissue that is part of the body's immune/defense system). The appendix, connected to the colon, is a few inches in length and has a lumen (a hollow portion). Appendicitis is thought to occur when this lumen becomes obstructed. Pain usually begins near belly button Pain then localizes to the right lower abdomen Nausea/vomiting (occurs after pain starts and not before)

44. Emergency Medicine At NCEMI: Emergency Medicine And Primary Care Resources A score for assessing the likelihood of appendicitis in an adult population. CITATION Annals of Emergency Medicine 15561 MEDLINE SEARCH. Disclaimer http://www.ncemi.org/cgi-ncemi/edecision.pl?TheCommand=Load&NewFile=alvarado_app

45. Appendicitis Basics appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a 3 1/2inch-long tube of tissue appendicitis is a medical emergency that requires prompt surgery to http://www.hipusa.com/eTools/webmd/A-Z_Encyclopedia/AppendicitisBasics.htm

The Basics Symptoms What Is Appendicitis? Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a 3 1/2-inch-long tube of tissue that extends from the large intestine. The appendix contains specialized tissue that can produce antibodies, but no one is absolutely certain what its function is. One thing we do know: We can live without it, without apparent consequences. Appendicitis is a medical emergency that requires prompt surgery to remove the appendix. Left untreated, an inflamed appendix will eventually burst, or perforate, spilling infection into the abdominal cavity. This can lead to peritonitis, a serious infection of the abdominal cavity's lining (the peritoneum) that can be fatal unless it is treated quickly with strong antibiotics. Sometimes a pus-filled abscess forms outside the inflamed appendix. Scar tissue then "walls off" the appendix from the rest of the abdomen, preventing infection from spreading. An abscessed appendix is a less urgent situation, but unfortunately, it can't be identified without surgery. For this reason, all cases of appendicitis are treated as emergencies. In the United States, 1 in 15 people gets appendicitis. Although it can strike at any age, appendicitis is rare under age 2 and most common between ages 15 and 30.

46. Pediatric Surgery At Brown Image Bank - Appendicitis Fecalith (arrow) and pelvic abscess in appendicitis (CT) Portal vein gas (arrows) in severe perforated appendicitis (CT) http://bms.brown.edu/pedisurg/Brown/Image bank pages/Appendix.html

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47. Appendicitis appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix that is often caused by an appendicitis is frequently misdiagnosed, since it mimics other diseases. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/ConsConditions/Appendicitiscc.html

var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; Maryland Medical Center Programs Complementary Medicine Program Home Medical Reference Alternative / Complementary Medicine ... Conditions Appendicitis Signs and Symptoms What Causes It? Who's Most At Risk? What to Expect at Your Provider's Office ... Supporting Research Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix that is often caused by an obstruction, but it may be caused by an infection. The appendix is a small sac-like appendage of the large intestine that hangs down on the lower right side of the abdominal cavity. Appendicitis is frequently misdiagnosed, since it mimics other diseases. If untreated, an inflamed appendix can rupture, causing infection of the peritoneal cavity (the lining surrounding the abdominal organs) and even death. Between 5 and 10% of the population develop appendicitis, usually in their teens and twenties. Signs and Symptoms Appendicitis is accompanied by the following signs and symptoms: Pain on the right side of the abdomen, usually beginning near the navel and moving down and to the right. The pain worsens when moving, taking deep breaths, coughing, sneezing, or being touched in this area.

48. Appendicitis - First Aid For Minor Emergencies Overview of appendicitis. appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a fingerlike portion of the large intestine that generally hangs down from http://www.umm.edu/non_trauma/append.htm

var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; First Aid Preventing Unintentional Injuries When to Call For Help Household Safety Checklist ... First Aid Site Index Translate using Google to Spanish German French Italian Portuguese First Aid Appendicitis What is appendicitis? Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a finger-like portion of the large intestine that generally hangs down from the lower right side of the abdomen. Although the appendix does not seem to serve any purpose, it can become diseased and, if untreated, can burst, causing infection and even death. Appendicitis may occur after a viral infection in the digestive tract or when the tube connecting the large intestine and appendix is blocked or trapped by stool. Because of the risk of rupture, which may happen as soon as 48 to 72 hours after symptoms begin, appendicitis is considered an emergency and anyone with symptoms needs to see a doctor immediately. What are the risk factors for appendicitis? Appendicitis affects seven percent of the US population and is the most common reason for a child to need emergency abdominal surgery. Most affected by appendicitis are young people between the ages of 11 and 20. And, most cases of appendicitis occur in the winter months between October and May. Having a family history of appendicitis may increase a child's risk for the illness, especially in males, and having cystic fibrosis also seems to put a child at higher risk.

49. Appendicitis Penn State Hershey Medical Center provides world class care and services to patients. http://www.hmc.psu.edu/healthinfo/a/appendicitis.htm

50. Appendicitis appendicitis is an irritation, inflammation, and infection of the appendix (a appendicitis occurs when the interior of the appendix becomes filled with http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/healthinformation/diseasesandconditions

Skip Navigation home about us referring ... Appendicitis Appendicitis Appendicitis What is appendicitis? Appendicitis is an irritation, inflammation, and infection of the appendix (a narrow, hollow tube that branches off the large intestine). The appendix functions as a part of the immune system during the first few years of life. After this time period, the appendix stops functioning and other organs continue helping fight infection. Although the appendix does not seem to serve any purpose, it can become diseased and, if untreated, can burst, causing infection and even death. What causes appendicitis? Appendicitis occurs when the interior of the appendix becomes filled with something that causes it to swell, such as mucus, stool, or parasites. The appendix then becomes irritated and inflamed. The blood supply to the appendix is cut off as the swelling and irritation increase. Adequate blood flow is necessary for a body part to remain healthy. When blood flow is reduced, the appendix starts to die. Rupture (or perforation) occurs as holes develop in the walls of the appendix, allowing stool, mucus, and other substances to leak through and get inside the abdomen. An infection inside the abdomen known as peritonitis occurs when the appendix perforates. Appendicitis may occur after a viral infection in the digestive tract or when the tube connecting the large intestine and appendix is blocked or trapped by stool. Because of the risk of rupture, which may occur as soon as 48 to 72 hours after symptoms begin, appendicitis is considered an emergency and anyone with symptoms needs to see a physician immediately.

51. Appendicitis appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small portion of the large intestine. About 1 in 500 people has appendicitis each year. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/956611092.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Digestive System By keywords: Abdominal Pain appendicitis appendix Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Appendicitis Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small portion of the large intestine that hangs down from the lower right side. Although the appendix does not seem to serve any purpose, it can still become diseased. If untreated, an inflamed appendix can burst, causing infection and even death. About 1 in 500 people has appendicitis each year. Appendicitis may occur after a viral infection in the digestive tract or when the tube connecting the large intestine and appendix is blocked by trapped stool. The inflammation can cause infection, a blood clot, or rupture of the appendix. Because of the risk of rupture, appendicitis is considered an emergency. Anyone with symptoms needs to see a doctor immediately. Symptoms include: Pain in the right side of the abdomen. The pain usually begins near the navel and moves down and to the right. The pain becomes worse when moving, taking deep breaths, coughing, sneezing, and being touched in the area.

52. Gastrointestinal Pathology This is the tip of the appendix from a patient with acute appendicitis. The appendix has been sectioned in half. The serosal surface at the left shows a http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/GIHTML/GI055.html

This is the tip of the appendix from a patient with acute appendicitis. The appendix has been sectioned in half. The serosal surface at the left shows a tan-yellow exudate. The cut surface at the right demonstrates yellowish-tan mucosal exudation with a hyperemic border.

53. Gastrointestinal Pathology Seen here is acute appendicitis with yellow to tan exudate and hyperemia, including the periappendiceal fat superiorly, rather than a smooth, http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/GIHTML/GI102.html

This appendix was removed surgically. The patient presented with abdominal pain that initially was generalized, but then localized to the right lower quadrant, and physical examination disclosed 4+ rebound tenderness in the right lower quadrant. The WBC count was elevated at 11,500. Seen here is acute appendicitis with yellow to tan exudate and hyperemia, including the periappendiceal fat superiorly, rather than a smooth, glistening pale tan serosal surface.

54. Appendicitis In the absence of secondary signs of appendicitis, the risk of acute Only 1 of the 46 patients had acute appendicitis based on further tests and http://www.medschool.northwestern.edu/faculty-staff/expressions/05-winter/Resear

Winter 2005 Expressions Home Features Art in the Atrium State of the School Address Who Is This Man? Transgenic Core Facility Leadership Profile Amy Paller, MD Staff Member Profile Karen Dusik Who Are Those People in the Portraits in the Ward Building Lobby? News Child Care VA Land Lease NCCR Clinic Closing Lurie Center Dedication ... Newsmakers Research Discoveries Appendicitis Asthma Depression Hearing ... Schizophrenia Calendar of Events Winter Calendar Links Past Issues Credits Contact Us Useful Links ... Medical School Calendar Appendicitis Risk Low In the absence of secondary signs of appendicitis, the risk of acute appendicitis is low if no appendix can be visualized on a computed tomography scan. In the October issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology , lead author Paul Nikolaidis, MD, assistant professor of radiology at the Feinberg School, and colleagues describe their examination of the CT scans of 366 patients with abdominal pain. In 46 patients, the appendix was not visible on the scan. Only 1 of the 46 patients had acute appendicitis based on further tests and follow-up. "Physicians treating patients with abdominal pain in these instances can be more confident that the chance of their patient having acute appendicitis is actually very low," said Dr. Nikolaidis. "This is good news for the patient, as well, since it may shorten their hospital, emergency room, or observation unit stay, and the real cause of their pain can be more quickly ascertained."

55. Appendicitis If the appendix becomes inflamed, a condition called appendicitis results and the The most common signs and symptoms of appendicitis are abdominal pain, http://www.pedisurg.com/PtEduc/Appendicitis.htm

TEXAS PEDIATRIC SURGICAL ASSOCIATES APPENDICITIS What is the appendix? The appendix is a small hollow organ attached to the large intestine located in the right lower part of the abdomen. Like the tonsils and adenoids, it contains a large number of lymph glands. If the appendix becomes inflamed, a condition called appendicitis results and the organ will have to be removed. The appendix is not necessary for health and can be taken out at an early age without adverse effects. Diagram of intestines, including appendix Close-up of the appendix, coming off of the cecum (the portion of the colon located in the right lower side of the abdomen) What are the signs and symptoms of appendicitis? The most common signs and symptoms of appendicitis are abdominal pain, tenderness, vomiting and fever. The pain may be around the navel (belly button) but soon moves to the lower right portion of the abdomen. The most painful area is located halfway between the hip bone and the navel, but may vary. The child may be bent over with the pain and may prefer lying down on the left side with the knees drawn up to the chest. Vomiting, and refusal to eat may be other signs of appendicitis. Diarrhea may be present. How is appendicitis diagnosed?

56. Appendicitis Detailed information on appendicitis, including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_nontrauma/append.cfm

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57. Appendicitis Detailed information on appendicitis, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_digest/appndx.cfm

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58. Medindia - About Appendicitis Encyclopedia section of medindia gives general information about appendicitis. http://www.medindia.net/Patients/PatientInfo/appendicitis_about.htm

document.write(""); Medindia Diseases / Health Conditions Appendicitis APPENDICITIS Appendicitis About Appendicitis What happens in Appendicitis? Who is at risk? ... should I consult? Diseases/Conditions General Info about Appendicitis The vermifom appendix or appendix in short, is a small part of the bowel or intestine. It is situated on the right side of the abdomen at the junction of the small and large intestines. It is a small narrow sac approximately 10 cm long and 1 cm wide. The appendix is a vestigial organ, that is, it serves no useful purpose. General abdominal pain is often all that the patient will complain of during the first few hours of his attack But after the first few hours it becomes more evident that the chief seat of pain is at [the iliac fossa], and the general pain then usually subsides. In every case the seat of greatest pain, determined by the pressure of one finger, has been very exactly between an inch and a half and two inches from the anterior spinous process of the ilium on a straight line drawn from that process to the umbilicus. -Charles McBurney, 1889

59. Appendicitis The main symptom of appendicitis is pain that begins centered around the belly button, Young children may have appendicitis pain in different places. http://www.coolnurse.com/appendicitis.htm

Appendicitis Appendicitis can occur at any age but it most often affects people between the ages of 10 and 30 and is one of the most common reasons for emergency abdominal surgery in children. Males are slightly more affected than females. Signs and Symptoms The main symptom of appendicitis is pain that begins centered around the belly button, which later shifts to the right side of the abdomen. The pain usually increases over a period of about 6 - 10 hours, BUT this can vary and eventually the pain may be very severe. The location of your pain may also vary, depending on your age. Young children may have appendicitis pain in different places. In addition to pain, you may have one or more of the following symptoms: Pain that begins centered around the belly button, then localizes to the right side Loss of appetite Nausea and sometimes vomiting A fever that starts after other symptoms appear Diagnosis The diagnosis of appendicitis is best made on the basis of a history of the symptoms and a physical exam. When pressure on the painful area is suddenly released, appendicitis pain will often feel worse! Blood tests may show an elevation in the white blood cell count.

60. The Children's Hospital At Westmead - Parents - Appendicitis An explanation of appendicitis and the appropriate treatment is given. What happens prior to and after surgery is outlined. http://www.chw.edu.au/parents/factsheets/suappenj.htm

feedback sitemap kids health fact sheets ... PDF Version Available Appendicitis What is the appendix? The appendix is a coiled, eight to twelve centimetre tube attached to the caecum (the first part of the large intestine), usually located in the lower right side of the abdomen. What is appendicitis? Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. This can be caused by an infection or blockage of the appendix. With a blockage, the appendix can become swollen and easily infected by bacteria. If the diagnosis is delayed, the appendix can rupture. This results in peritonitis or the formation of an abscess around the appendix. What are the most common signs and symptoms of appendicitis? abdominal pain that starts near the belly button, then moves to the right side fever vomiting diarrhoea or constipation change in a child's behaviour How can the doctor be sure its appendicitis? The diagnosis of appendicitis can usually be made by examining your child and discussing their symptoms. Blood tests, an ultrasound or other investigations may be done if the diagnosis is less certain. The diagnosis can be more difficult in younger children. Sometimes, the diagnosis isn't suspected until the appendix has ruptured. Treatment of appendicitis The best treatment of appendicitis is removal of the appendix. Once diagnosis is confirmed, the earlier surgery is done the better (within the first 48 hours). Delay makes rupture of the appendix more likely, and if this happens, infection spreads within the abdominal cavity (peritonitis). The operation may be done through a single incision over the appendix or by laparoscopy or 'key hole' surgery. Some antibiotics are given at the time of the operation to reduce the chance of infection.

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