| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4218995 | Academic Radiology | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Intraluminal appendiceal air in the setting of acute appendicitis is a marker of perforated or necrotic appendicitis. Recognition of this finding in otherwise uncomplicated appendicitis at imaging should raise suspicion for image-occult perforation or necrosis.
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Authors
Joseph T. MD, David H. MD, Alejandro PhD, Sushilkumar K. MD, Sanjeev MD, Victor MD, Christine O. MD,