Case List History Objectives Radiology Images Questions SMALL INTESTINE AND APPENDIX Case #1 - A 21 year old with acute RLQ pain DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: 8.) What are the complications of acute appendicitis if not treated promptly? How does perforation affect the mortality and morbidity? Complications of acute appendicitis if not treated promptly include abscess, free perforation, and obstruction. In perforated appendicitis, mortality is increased to 5%.
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