Emergency Medicine Cases Podcast: Pediatric Abdominal Pain and Appendicitis

• 2011

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• Anna Jarvis; Stephen Freedman

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The podcast episode focuses on pediatric abdominal pain and appendicitis. It describes how doctors diagnose and treat these conditions in children. The episode shares important signs to watch for, like severe stomach pain, fever, and vomiting. It also explains the tests used to confirm appendicitis, such as ultrasound or CT scans. The podcast aims to help parents understand when they should take their child to the hospital for possible appendicitis. Overall, it provides useful information about recognizing symptoms early and seeking medical care promptly for better outcomes in children with abdominal issues.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Abdominal Pain; Appendicitis; Diagnosis, Differential; Emergency Medicine; Pediatrics

Institutions: Emergency Medicine Cases

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