EM Clerkship

Appendicitis and Diverticulitis


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Appendicitis History Vague nonspecific abdominal cramping and nausea (Nonspecific Phase) gradually progresses to localized pain (Localized Phase). The pain most commonly localizes in the RIGHT LOWER QUADRANT near McBurney’s Point. Exam Focal tenderness in the right lower quadrant McBurney’s Point: 1/3 the distance traveled from anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) to the navel. Psoas Sign: […]

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EM ClerkshipBy Zack Olson, MD ; Mike Estephan, MD ; Maddie Watts, MD