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Alvarado Score (Appendicitis)

MANTRELS score (0–10) estimating the likelihood of acute appendicitis from symptoms, signs and labs.

Scope: Decision aid only — does not replace serial examination, imaging, or surgical assessment.

Inputs

FieldUnitNotes
Migration of pain to RLQ
Anorexia
Nausea / vomiting
Tenderness in RLQ
Rebound tenderness
Elevated temperature (≥37.3°C)
Leukocytosis (>10,000/µL)
Neutrophil left shift (>75%)

FAQ

What is the Alvarado Score (Appendicitis)?

MANTRELS score (0–10) estimating the likelihood of acute appendicitis from symptoms, signs and labs.

What inputs does the Alvarado Score (Appendicitis) need?

Migration of pain to RLQ, Anorexia, Nausea / vomiting, Tenderness in RLQ, Rebound tenderness, Elevated temperature (≥37.3°C), Leukocytosis (>10,000/µL), Neutrophil left shift (>75%).

Are there any limitations?

Decision aid only — does not replace serial examination, imaging, or surgical assessment.

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