Average laparoscopic appendectomy takes about 1 hr. I think his ER doc might have been an idiot, or the patient doesn’t know how to explain his symptoms.
I had acute appendicitis long time ago. There was no MRI or CT. Docs knew right away. But yes, AI can help. But it is supposed to only use info that is on the net. It can not replace an experienced, cautious, conscientious doctors judgement.
If a patient walks into an ER repeating AI stuff, the attending would be suspicious of hypochondriosis, or Munchausen syndrome, or drug (opiates, or benzos) seeking behaviour. IMHO
Some weirdo just walked in with another AI story. Should I call security?