Leveraging the Combined Predictive Value of Ultrasound and Laboratory Data to Reduce Radiation Exposure and Resource Utilization in Children with Suspected Appendicitis

Comments on Computed Tomography for Evaluating Appendicitis

“…Limited short-duration magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as a primary imaging modality has been shown to demonstrate a sensitivity and specificity for appendicitis approaching 100%, making it a feasible radiation-free alternative . Anandalwar et al demonstrated that the incorporation of MRI into a staged protocol similar to the one above reduced CT use by 86% with no difference in negative appendectomy rate. Despite MRI being costly to use, the study found that median imaging-related costs were significantly lower following protocol implementation.…”