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Could a ct scan miss in abscess on the appendix.. suspected appendicitis help?
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Not likely: Ct scan is generally quite sensitive for the diagnosis of appendicitis, and the additional finding of an abscess from appendicitis would usually be seen quite easily.
Answered 8/2/2016
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