Intra-abdominal infections are most often medical-surgical emergencies with a frequently life-threatening prognosis.
The reference examination for intra-abdominal infection is computed tomography, sometimes supplemented by ultrasonography.
The main microorganisms are:
Abdominal infection → urgent medical-surgical management
Acute appendicitis occurs most often between 10 and 25 years of age.
Typical appendicitis findings include right iliac fossa pain and tenderness or guarding, fever of 38–38.5°C, constipation, nausea, vomiting, and painful rectal examination.
1. Which statement best characterizes the clinical significance of most intra-abdominal infections?
2. Which imaging study is considered the reference examination for suspected intra-abdominal infection?
3. Which group best represents the main microorganisms involved in intra-abdominal infections?
What type of emergency are intra-abdominal infections usually?
Medical-surgical emergencies.
What is the prognosis often associated with intra-abdominal infections?
Frequently life-threatening.
What is the reference examination for intra-abdominal infection?
Computed tomography.
Which imaging method sometimes supplements computed tomography in intra-abdominal infections?
Ultrasonography.
What are the main microorganisms in intra-abdominal infections?
Enterobacteriaceae, anaerobes, and enterococci.
What percentage of enterococci is typically found in intra-abdominal infections?
Less than 10%.
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