Appendicitis in premature babies
From 1st January, 1973, to 30th September, 1977, 11 cases of appendicitis were observed in premature babies. All patients were subjected to operation. One patient was lost. For the diagnosis, anamnestic data concerning infections, the general and localized symptoms, laboratory data and X-ray finding...
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Published in | Acta paediatrica Academiae Scientiarum Hungaricae Vol. 21; no. 1; p. 15 |
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Main Authors | , , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Hungary
1980
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Summary: | From 1st January, 1973, to 30th September, 1977, 11 cases of appendicitis were observed in premature babies. All patients were subjected to operation. One patient was lost. For the diagnosis, anamnestic data concerning infections, the general and localized symptoms, laboratory data and X-ray findings should be taken into consideration. Close observation of the patient is necessary for determining the optimum time for surgery. This and rational antibiotic and postoperative therapy are essential in the treatment of the condition. |
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ISSN: | 0001-6527 |