The Role of Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio in the Diagnosis of Acute Appendicitis.

Background: Acute appendicitis (AA), a common reason for episodes of acute abdomen, is a surgical emergency. Its immediate diagnosis and management are of immense significance, as its diagnosis can become challenging at times, especially in resource-limited setups. The goal of this study was to ascertain the threshold value for the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) in diagnosing AA and to calculate the validity parameters for the NLR.