Diagnosis and treatment of appendicitis in pregnancy
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1008-6706.2016.13.039
- VernacularTitle:妊娠期阑尾炎的诊断与治疗
- Author:
Hao FAN
;
Xue BAI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Pregnancy;
Appendicitis;
Diagnosis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Primary Medicine and Pharmacy
2016;23(13):2065-2067,2068
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Acute appendicitis is the most common general surgical problem encountered during pregnancy, which may be associated with serious maternal and /or fetal complications such as appendiceal perforation or premature delivery.Clinical presentation and imaging remains vital in the diagnosis of appendicitis.As a general rule,the clinical suspicion of acute appendicitis during pregnancy is an indication for an urgent surgical intervention.Appendectomy is the preferred treatment.Laparoscopic appendicectomy(LA)can also be performed safely and effectively in pregnant patients without bringing additional maternal complications.
