Title: “Surgical Abdomen in Children” 

Learning Objectives – Upon conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to: 

• Recognize the common clinical presentations and red-flag features of acute surgical abdomen in pediatric patients.

• Differentiate between surgical and non-surgical causes of abdominal pain in children using history, physical exam, and imaging findings.

• Formulate an evidence-based diagnostic approach to children presenting with abdominal emergencies.

• Apply principles of timely surgical decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination to optimize outcomes in pediatric abdominal emergencies.

ATTENDANCE / CREDIT
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