Role of High Frequency Ultrasonography in Its Evaluation

.. Objectives: To assess common presenting features of children with abdominal pain and to determine role of High frequency & Doppler Ultrasound in evaluation of these patients. Material and Methods: This is a cross sectional study conducted from August 2012 to December 2012. Data from patients presenting for evaluation of abdominal pain was analyzed for presenting complaints and ultrasound findings according to objectives of the study. Results: In total 262 cases were included in the study. The mean age of patients was 6.3 years with a male to female ratio of 1.47:1. Dysuria followed by Diarrhoea and vomiting were most common associated complaints, Urological pathologies were most common ultrasound findings upon evaluation of patients. Conclusions: Abdominal pain is a frequent presenting feature in peadiatric population, Urological pathologies were most common examination findings. Ultrasound is a useful and safe modality in evaluation of abdominal pain in children.