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Table 2 Ultrasonography findings in patinets with appendicitis in regards to perforation status of the appendix

From: Ultrasonography in diagnosis of appendicitis and its complications in pediatric patients: a cross-sectional study

Observed radiological findings

 

Mean appendix diameter

With perforation

Without perforation

Appendicoliths

8 (42.1%)

5 (16.7%)

Disruption of sub-mucosal membrane

11 (57.9%)

5 (16.7%)

Free fluid

7 (36.8%)

9 (30.0%)

Secondary signs

Increased echogenicity In peri-appendicular fat

12 (63.2)

26 (86.7%)

Lymphadenopathy

4 (21.1%)

3 (10.0%)

Fluid collection

11 (57.9%)

1 (3.3%)

Local dilation of intestinal loops

3 (15.8%)

2 (6.7%)