Question

A 27-year-old nonpregnant adult with RLQ pain, fever, and leukocytosis has suspected appendicitis. According to ACR Appropriateness Criteria, what is the best initial imaging?

Accepted Answer

CT abdomen/pelvis with IV contrast

Answer

Ultrasound abdomen

Answer

MRI abdomen/pelvis without contrast

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CT abdomen/pelvis without contrast only

Answer

KUB radiograph

Practice question

A 27-year-old nonpregnant adult with RLQ pain, fever, and leukocytosis has suspected appendicitis. According to ACR Appropriateness Criteria, what is the best initial imaging?