This course will cover normal anatomy of the appendix. We will do a multi-modality review of acute appendicitis, including within special populations. We will go over complications of acute appendicitis, the mimics of acute appendicitis, and lastly masses.
After completing this course, you will be better able to:
- Apply appropriate search patterns to ensure high quality case assessment
- Identify key anatomical landmarks, variations, and abnormalities on imaging
- Accurately interpret advanced imaging cases
- Formulate definitive diagnoses and limited differentials
Topics:
Anatomy – Classic and Odd Locations
Acute Appendicitis – Classic
Acute Appendicitis – Appendicolith
Acute Appendicitis – Phlegmon
Acute Appendicitis with Abscess
Acute Appendicitis – No Surgery Needed
Acute Appendicitis US
Appendicitis in a Child
Appendicitis in a Child with an Abscess
Pregnant Appendicitis
Stump Appendicitis
Mimics
Cecal Cancer Causing Appendicitis
Mucocele
Mucocele Perforation
Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Rupture
Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Rupture with US
Carcinoid
Release Date : March 15, 2021
