The acute abdomen. An overview and algorithms

Autor:	R F, Martin, R L, Rossi
Rok vydání:	1998
Předmět:	Abdomen Acute Diagnosis Differential Abdomen Decision Making Decision Trees Medical Laboratory Science Humans Peritonitis Medical History Taking Physical Examination Algorithms Patient Care Planning Abdominal Pain
Zdroj:	The Surgical clinics of North America. 77(6)
ISSN:	0039-6109
Popis:	The diagnosis and management of the patient with an acute abdomen remains one of the most difficult challenges for the surgeon. A thorough understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the abdomen are essential to properly generate a differential diagnosis and to formulate a treatment plan. While recent advances in technology can be extremely helpful in certain situations, they cannot replace a physician's clinical judgment based upon a good history and physical examination. This article provides a general overview of the evaluation of the patient with an acute abdomen. It will also suggest algorithms to consider in the diagnosis and treatment of these patients.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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