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[Indication for and execution of rectal examination in children with suspected appendicitis].
Magyar Sebészet 2011 Februrary
Digital rectal examination is considered a non-evident diagnostic procedure in suspected appendicitis. It is rather unpleasant for children and there is a wide range of laboratory and imaging modalities available to contribute to the decision making in case a surgical intervention is necessary. In recent years digital rectal examination is not routinely used prior to surgery, however it may remain a useful screening method for patients with unclear clinical diagnosis. In such cases considering the important moral and legal arguments about digital rectal examination, we consider performing it under general anaesthesia.
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