Acute Appendicitis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Nursing Role

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An overview of acute appendicitis, a common surgical emergency caused by luminal obstruction, highlighting the importance of early surgical intervention. The clinical features include right lower quadrant pain, nausea, and fever, with CT and ultrasound used for diagnosis. Management options range from laparoscopic to open surgery, and antibiotics for mild cases, alongside handling emergency abscesses. Awareness of potential complications like perforation, sepsis, and surgical site infections...