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Can an epidemic be ruptured?
No, perhaps you are thinking of a ruptured epidermoid cyst (skin cyst) or ruptured appendix which can happen with appendicitis (inflammation or infection of the appendix in your intestine).
Can a ruptured spleen cause your appendix to become bad?
No, a ruptured spleen does not directly cause the appendix to become inflamed or infected. Appendicitis is typically caused by a blockage in the appendix, leading to inflammation and infection. Ruptured spleen is a separate medical emergency that requires immediate attention.
Would you be able to walk if your appendix had burst?
No, you would be dead if you appendix ruptured.
What would the surgeon do in a ruptured appendix?
The appendix will be removed surgically by laproscopic or open surgery.
What is the cpt code for excision of ruptured appendix?
44900
What can happen if ruptured appendix is not removed?
Peritonitis or a generalized infection in the abdomen will occur. Treatment of peritonitis as a result of a ruptured appendix includes removal of what remains of the appendix, insertion of drains.
How severe is a ruptured appendix and what is the chance of death?
99.9% wont die but u should get to the hospital as soon as possible when my appendix ruptured I don't go to the hospital until the next day and I was fine
How did Henry houdini die?
Harry Houdini, born as Erik Weisz, died on October 31, 1926, due to complications from a ruptured appendix. It is believed that Houdini's appendix had ruptured after being punched by a student who wanted to test his claims of having a strong stomach. However, this theory is still disputed.
Why did Harry Houdini die?
Harry Died of an infection due to a ruptured appendix.
Can a ruptured appendix recur?
Possible but not probable. Ruptured appendix is almost fatal if untreated as intestinal contents seep out in to abdominal cavity causing serious infection called peritonitis and a surgery is needed to drain it and at the time of surgery appendix is removed. It is possible that there is a small "microperforation" that seals off by itself and later on the same appendix can get reinfected and rupture.
Why is a ruptured appendix life threatening?
Because the toxins from the burst appendix can get into the bloodstream and cause blood poisoning. If you get the appendix removed after it ruptured, you may need to get an abcess, to remove the toxins
Did Harry Houdini die in one of his acts?
No he died of peritonitis secondary to a ruptured appendix
