Diagnostic accuracy of blood tests of inflammation in paediatric appendicitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis

<p><strong>Objective:</strong>&nbsp;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)...

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Main Authors: Fawkner-Corbett, D, Hayward, G, Alkhmees, M, Van Den Bruel, A, Ordóñez-Mena, JM, Holtman, GA
Formato: Journal article
Idioma:English
Publicado em: BMJ Publishing Group 2022