Alvarado score

The Alvarado score is a medical tool used by healthcare providers to assess the likelihood of appendicitis, an inflammation of the appendix. It is based on a combination of symptoms, signs, and lab test results, such as pain location, nausea, fever, and elevated white blood cells. Each factor is assigned points, and the total score helps doctors decide whether a patient probably has appendicitis, unlikely, or needs further tests. This scoring system improves diagnosis accuracy, aids in making treatment decisions, and can help reduce unnecessary surgeries.