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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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Managing Non-Perforated Appendicitis: Antibiotics vs. Surgery

This chapter examines a study comparing the efficacy of antibiotic treatment and surgery for non-perforated appendicitis, particularly in pediatric patients. It presents key findings on treatment failure rates and recovery outcomes, while also discussing the study's design and potential implications for clinical practice in emergency medicine.

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