Appendicitis
Appendicitis ( 35 Questions)
Incorrect. While ultrasound can be used in the evaluation of appendicitis, it is not considered the most definitive test. It may be less accurate in certain cases, such as in individuals with obesity.
Correct. A CT scan is considered the most definitive test for diagnosing appendicitis. It provides detailed images of the appendix and surrounding structures, allowing for accurate assessment.
Incorrect. Blood tests for infection markers, such as white blood cell count and C-reactive protein, can support the diagnosis of appendicitis, but they are not as definitive as a CT scan.
Incorrect. Abdominal X-rays are not typically used as a primary diagnostic tool for appendicitis. They may be performed to rule out other conditions, but they do not provide detailed information about the appendix itself.
A) Incorrect. While ultrasound can be used in the evaluation of appendicitis, it is not considered the most definitive test. It may be less accurate in certain cases, such as in individuals with obesity.
B) Correct. A CT scan is considered the most definitive test for diagnosing appendicitis. It provides detailed images of the appendix and surrounding structures, allowing for accurate assessment.
C) Incorrect. Blood tests for infection markers, such as white blood cell count and C-reactive protein, can support the diagnosis of appendicitis, but they are not as definitive as a CT scan.
D) Incorrect. Abdominal X-rays are not typically used as a primary diagnostic tool for appendicitis. They may be performed to rule out other conditions, but they do not provide detailed information about the appendix itself.