Publications by authors named "Akin Jung Rayamajhi"
Comparison of Lintula Score with Modified Alvarado Score for Diagnosing Acute Appendicitis in Adults.
J Nepal Health Res Counc
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency where delayed diagnosis can lead to serious complications, making effective diagnostic tools essential.
- A study conducted at Bharatpur Hospital in Nepal evaluated the Modified Alvarado and Lintula scores for diagnosing acute appendicitis among patients over two years.
- The findings showed that the Modified Alvarado Score had high sensitivity (89.2%) and specificity (80.0%), indicating it is a reliable tool for determining the need for appendectomy.