Primary Epiploic Appendagitis in Children: Report of Two Cases
Journal of the Korean Society of Medical Ultrasound
;
: 298-301, 2013.
Artículo
en Coreano
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-725515
ABSTRACT
Primary epiploic appendagitis (PEA) is a condition that results from spontaneous torsion, ischemia, or inflammation of an epiploic appendage. This condition is manifested by localized abdominal pain and tenderness, which is often mistaken for diverticulitis or appendicitis in the adult population. PEA is a self-limiting disease, and differential diagnosis with surgical condition is important in order to prevent unnecessary surgery. Although it is commonly reported in adults, it is rarely reported in the pediatric population. We report on the radiologic findings of two cases of PEA in a 12- and a 17-year-old boy, focusing on sonographic findings.
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Asunto principal:
Pediatría
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Apendicitis
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Dolor Abdominal
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Ultrasonografía
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Pisum sativum
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Procedimientos Innecesarios
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Diagnóstico Diferencial
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Diverticulitis
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Inflamación
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Isquemia
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio diagnóstico
Límite:
Adolescente
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Adulto
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Niño
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Humanos
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Masculino
Idioma:
Coreano
Revista:
Journal of the Korean Society of Medical Ultrasound
Año:
2013
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
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