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Which age group has the highest incidence of appendicitis?
Which age group has the highest incidence of appendicitis?
- Teenagers
- Young adults (correct)
- Children
- Elderly
What is the most common cause of appendicitis in pediatric populations?
What is the most common cause of appendicitis in pediatric populations?
- Neoplasia
- Lymphoid hyperplasia (correct)
- Foreign bodies
- Fecaliths
What is the main consequence of early obstruction in appendicitis?
What is the main consequence of early obstruction in appendicitis?
- Mixed flora
- Increased intraluminal pressure
- Perforation
- Bacterial overgrowth (correct)
Which bacteria are commonly isolated in perforated appendicitis?
Which bacteria are commonly isolated in perforated appendicitis?
What is the main symptom of appendicitis?
What is the main symptom of appendicitis?