Plasma Sodium as a predictor of perforation in acute appendicitis: A prospective multi-centre study
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This prospective multi-centre study investigates plasma sodium levels as a potential biomarker to predict appendiceal perforation in acute appendicitis. The research addresses the clinical need to distinguish between uncomplicated cases suitable for non-operative management and severe cases requiring urgent surgical intervention.
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- Acute appendicitis exists as two distinct types: mild inflammation amenable to non-operative management and severe inflammation requiring surgery.
- Early emergent surgery is not always necessary for uncomplicated appendicitis; non-operative treatment has proven safe and feasible.
- The traditional view of appendicitis as inevitably progressive to perforation has been challenged by current evidence.
- Severe appendicitis with fulminant inflammation carries risk of gangrene and perforation, warranting surgical intervention as first-line treatment.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Plasma Sodium as a predictor of perforation in acute appendicitis: A prospective multi-centre study. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2026-04-13. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11846
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