Stool stones in appendicitis with abscess
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at people with appendicitis who also have an abscess around the appendix and choose non-surgical treatment first. It aims to see if having a hard piece of stool (an appendicolith) in the appendix affects their recovery, so doctors can give better advice about care.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with appendicitis that includes a pocket of infection (abscess) larger than 2 cm, seen on a CT scan.
- You and your doctor have agreed to try non-surgical treatment first, meaning you are not going straight to emergency surgery.
- You have not been diagnosed with cancer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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