• Antibiotic treatment for appendicitis in Norway and Sweden: a nationwide survey on treatment practices 

      Gran, M.V.; Kjønås, Didrik; Gunnarsson, U.; Strigård, K.; Revhaug, Arthur; Aahlin, Eirik Kjus (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-06-15)
      Background: Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of acute abdomen. Uncomplicated appendicitis is as an infamed appendix without perforation, gangrene or abscess formation. Recent trials show that one can safely treat uncomplicated appendicitis with antibiotics, given patient approval and appropriate follow-up. A recent study has also indicated no diference between antibiotic treatment ...