Randomized control trial comparing an Alvarado Score-based management algorithm and current best practice in the evaluation of suspected appendicitis

Randomized control trial comparing an Alvarado Score-based management algorithm and current best practice in the evaluation of suspected appendicitis

Abstract Background An objective algorithm for the management of suspected appendicitis guided by the Alvarado Score had previously been proposed. This algorithm was expected to reduce computed tomography (CT) utilization without compromising the negative appendectomy rate. This study attempts to va...

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Main Authors: Winson Jianhong Tan, Sanchalika Acharyya, Min Hoe Chew, Fung Joon Foo, Weng Hoong Chan, Wai Keong Wong, London Lucien Ooi, Jeremy Chung Fai Ng, Hock Soo Ong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-05-01
Series:World Journal of Emergency Surgery
Subjects:
Appendicitis
Algorithm
Alvarado score
CT utilization
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13017-020-00309-0

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