A 22-year-old man has periumbilical pain that migrates to the right iliac fossa, with fever and rebound tenderness. What is the next step?
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Correct answer: B. Appendicectomy
- Step 1: Typical acute appendicitis with peritonism is treated by appendicectomy. Answer: Appendicectomy. Why not the others: Oral antibiotics and discharge, Colonoscopy and Barium enema don't fit.
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