Publications by authors named "Aron S Mcguirt"
Article Synopsis
- Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, often requiring emergency surgery, but complications like perforation can complicate treatment decisions.
- The case study highlights a patient with perforated appendicitis treated conservatively with antibiotics and a drain, rather than immediate surgery.
- Despite the trend toward non-surgical methods reducing immediate surgery risks, this case illustrates that complications can still prolong hospital stays.
Article Synopsis
- An 82-year-old man experienced severe abdominal pain and a CT scan showed a closed loop obstruction in his right abdomen.
- Surgery revealed a gangrenous section of the ileum caused by a transomental hernia, leading to the resection of the nonviable bowel segment.
- Prompt correlation of clinical symptoms with imaging results is crucial to quickly address bowel obstructions and avoid serious complications like bowel ischemia.
