Role of cellular indices in predicting post-appendectomy abscess in children

Role of cellular indices in predicting post-appendectomy abscess in children

Up to 20% of advanced appendicitis cases can be complicated by postoperative abscesses, adding morbidity and mortality and prolonging hospital stays. This study examines the utility of two cellular indices as predictors of post-appendectomy abscess compared to cell counts. A diagnostic study was con...

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Veröffentlicht in:Revista española de enfermedades digestivas 2024-07
Hauptverfasser: Moreno-Alfonso, Julio César, Barbosa-Velásquez, Sharom, Molina Caballero, Ada, Pérez Martínez, Alberto, Yárnoz Irazábal, María Concepción
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Up to 20% of advanced appendicitis cases can be complicated by postoperative abscesses, adding morbidity and mortality and prolonging hospital stays. This study examines the utility of two cellular indices as predictors of post-appendectomy abscess compared to cell counts. A diagnostic study was conducted on patients
ISSN:1130-0108
DOI:10.17235/reed.2024.10617/2024