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SGEM#476: Cuts like a Knife or Antibiotics for Pediatric Appendicitis

The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine

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This chapter examines the management of pediatric appendicitis, weighing traditional surgical methods against antibiotic treatments. A case study involving a young boy emphasizes the ongoing debate about the most effective approach, informed by clinical insights and recent trends in pediatric care.

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