Post-discharge oral antibiotics show no benefit for pediatric appendicitis
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Chinese Academy of Sciences Jun 1 2026 Acute appendicitis is one of the most common surgical emergencies among children, and complicated acute appendicitis (CAA), including perforated or gangrenous disease, carries a higher risk of infection and longer hospitalization. While intravenous antibiotics during hospitalization are standard practice, the role of oral home antibiotics (OHA) after discharge remains controversial. Many hospitals continue oral home antibiotics (OHA) to prevent delayed
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