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• 1.   Abdominal pain: general imaging strategies

  This article discussed the use of general imaging strategies in abdominal pain in pediatrics

  

  Abstract:

  Acute abdominal pain is the most common condition necessitating surgical admission to a paediatric hospital. The vast majority of cases are due to either appendicitis or acute non-specific abdominal pain; however, there are many other conditions presenting with acute abdominal pain in childhood which can mimic appendicitis. Some of these conditions are rarely encountered in adult more...

  Geography:

  Republic of Ireland

  Eur Radiol, Vol: 14 Suppl 4 Page: L123-37 March 2004
  R. Hayes

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• 2.   Urinary tract infection: an update on imaging strategies

  This article discusses reviews the role of radiology in urinary tract infections

  

  Abstract:

  Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common cause of morbidity in children. The distinction between upper and lower tract UTI is clinically difficult but important, as permanent renal damage can occur when the UTI involves the kidneys. Children with a history of UTI need investigated promptly and thoroughly. The goal of imaging in UTI is to aid in the diagnosis of acute pyelonephritis, more...

  Geography:

  Northern Ireland

  Eur Radiol, Vol: 14 Suppl 4 Page: L89-100 March 2004
  A. Paterson

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