Imaging Stewardship for the diagnosis of pediatric appendicitis: Improved ultrasound performance can decrease emergency department length of stay
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This study examines how improving ultrasound diagnostic performance for pediatric appendicitis can reduce emergency department length of stay. By enhancing ultrasound accuracy, particularly in patients with moderate appendicitis scores, the need for additional MRI imaging and associated delays can be minimized.
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- Baseline ultrasound diagnostic rate for pediatric appendicitis was only 27.1%, particularly poor in moderate PAS patients
- Non-diagnostic ultrasound requires additional imaging (MRI), increasing ED length of stay and healthcare costs
- Improving ultrasound performance can reduce need for MRI and decrease emergency department delays in appendicitis workup
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Imaging Stewardship for the diagnosis of pediatric appendicitis: Improved ultrasound performance can decrease emergency department length of stay. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-11-05. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11207
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