Diagnostic Accuracy of Fenyo-Lindberg Scoring System in Patients with Suspected Acute Appendicitis: A Comparative Study with Alvarado Score
Keywords:
Acute Appendicitis. Fenyo Lindberg Score. Alvarado ScoreAbstract
Background: Acute appendicitis is one ofthe most common surgical emergenciesencountered worldwide. Early and accuratediagnosis remains essential to preventcomplications such as perforation, abscess formation, and peritonitis. Clinical scoringsystems such as the Alvarado score andFenyo-Lindberg score have been developedto improvediagnostic accuracy and reduceunnecessary appendectomies.
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