From: Randomized control trial comparing an Alvarado Score-based management algorithm and current best practice in the evaluation of suspected appendicitis
Results
Overall (n = 149)
Acute appendicitis
47 (31.5)
No acute appendicitis but alternative diagnosis for symptoms established
65 (43.6)
Acute appendicitis excluded with no alternative diagnosis established
34 (22.8)
Equivocal
3 (2.0)