Diagnostic values of ultrasound and the Modified Alvarado Scoring System in acute appendicitis
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Diagnostic values of ultrasound and the Modified Alvarado Scoring System in acute appendicitis
BACKGROUND Making the diagnosis of acute appendicitis is difficult, and is important for preventing perforation of the appendix and negative appendectomy results. Ultrasound and clinical scoring systems are very helpful in making the diagnosis. Ultrasound is non-invasive, available and cost-effective, and can accomplish more than CT scans. However, there is no certainty about its effect on the ...
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عنوان ژورنال: International Journal of Emergency Medicine
سال: 2012
ISSN: 1865-1380
DOI: 10.1186/1865-1380-5-26