Evaluation of leukocyte esterase reagent strip test to detect spontaneous bacterial peritonitis in cirrhotic patients

Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a frequent and sever complication of cirrhotic patients with ascites. The aim of this study was to assess diagnostic value of leukocyte esterase reagent strip test (Medi-Test Combi) for the rapid diagnosis of SBP in cirrhotic patients with ascites in the Un...

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Main Authors: Yousef Bafandeh, Masoud Khodaei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-06-01
Series:Gastroenterology Insights
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Online Access:http://www.pagepress.org/journals/index.php/gi/article/view/3570