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Review
. 2009 May;39(5):497-9.
doi: 10.1007/s00247-008-1130-4. Epub 2009 Feb 3.

Imaging of acute appendicitis in children: EU versus U.S. ... or US versus CT? A European perspective

Herma C Holscher  1 , Hugo A Heij
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Review

Imaging of acute appendicitis in children: EU versus U.S. ... or US versus CT? A European perspective

Herma C Holscher et al. Pediatr Radiol. 2009 May.
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Abstract

There is substantial evidence that imaging may reduce the negative appendectomy rate, also in children. However, controversy exists about the preferred method: US or CT, and the choice appears to be determined by the side of the Atlantic Ocean. This review brings forth several arguments in favour of US.

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