Diagnostic accuracy of blood tests of inflammation in paediatric appendicitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Objective Possible childhood appendicitis is a common emergency presentation. The exact value of blood tests is debated. This study sought to determine the diagnostic accuracy of four blood tests (white cell count (WCC), neutrophil(count or percentage), C reactive protein (CRP) and/or procalcitonin)...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2022-11-01
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Series: | BMJ Open |
Online Access: | https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/12/11/e056854.full |