False about appendicitis in children:

A. Localized pain is the single most important symptom

B. Vomiting precedes abdominal pain

C. Perforation occurs in 80% of cases <5 years

D. 60% perforation occurs within 48 hours

Correct Answer: Vomiting precedes abdominal pain

Description: Ans. (b) Vomiting precedes abdominal painRef: Sabiston 19th edition, Page 1280* As per Murphy's Triad -- the order of symptoms are:* Migratory pain* Vomiting* Fever

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