Mannheim Peritonitis Index (mpi) Score Efficacy in Patients with Secondary Peritonitis

Introduction Acute generalized peritonitis from gastrointestinal hollow viscus perforation is a potentially life threatening condition. e prognosis of peritonitis remains poor despite development in diagnosis and management. Early identification of patients with severe peritonitis may help in selecting patients for aggressive surgical approach [1-3]. Grading the severity of acute peritonitis has assisted in no small way in decision making and has improved therapy in the management of severely ill patients [4]. Empirically based risk assessment for important clinical events has been extremely useful in evaluating new therapies, in monitoring resources for effective use and improving quality of care [5,6].