Diagnostic accuracy of procalcitonin for overall and complicated acute appendicitis in children: a meta-analysis
ConclusionThis meta-analysis showed that PCT may have potential value in diagnosing pediatric AA. Moreover, PCT had greater diagnostic value in identifying pediatric complicated appendicitis.
Source: Italian Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research
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