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Elevated white cell count (WCC), C-reactive protein (CRP), and bilirubin levels significantly aid in diagnosing acute appendicitis when combined with clinical assessment. These blood markers help guide surgical decisions.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical diagnostics
  • Surgical pathology

Background:

  • Acute appendicitis diagnosis typically relies on medical history and clinical examination.
  • The study investigates the utility of specific blood markers in appendicitis diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the diagnostic value of elevated white cell count (WCC), C-reactive protein (CRP), and bilirubin in acute appendicitis.
  • To determine the sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values of these markers.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 447 patients who underwent appendicectomy over three years.
  • Data collected included patient demographics, blood test results (WCC, CRP, bilirubin), and appendix histology.
  • Statistical analysis calculated diagnostic values for individual and combined markers.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences in CRP, WCC, and bilirubin levels were observed between patients with and without appendicitis (P < .001 for all).
  • Mean CRP was 73 in positive appendicitis vs. 32 in negative.
  • Mean WCC was 14.0 vs. 10.9, and mean bilirubin was 17.2 vs. 10.9, respectively.

Conclusions:

  • Blood tests including WCC, CRP, and bilirubin can significantly aid in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis.
  • These markers assist surgeons in clinical decision-making for appendicitis.
  • Diagnosis of appendicitis is multifactorial, with blood tests providing valuable supplementary data.