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This study evaluates the accuracy of pre-appendectomy computed tomography (CT) in diagnosing acute appendicitis by correlating CT findings with post-operative histopathology results. The audit of 199 appendectomies showed a positive predictive value of 91.5% and a negative appendectomy rate of 2%, indicating good diagnostic performance, although some discrepancies were noted. The findings highlight the importance of recognizing conditions that mimic appendicitis and suggest areas for improvement in radiolog

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