| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8833389 | Journal of the American College of Surgeons | 2018 | 23 Pages |
Abstract
The TG13 diagnostic criteria lack sensitivity and missed more than half of the patients with AC, as many patients lack clinical signs (fever and leukocytosis). The TG13 recommendations for conservative management and delayed cholecystectomy in grade II and grade III disease are not warranted.
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Authors
Bellal MD, FACS, Faisal MD, Michael MD, Narong MD, FACS, Muhammad MD, Muhammad MD, Lynn MD, FACS, Terence MD, Taylor S. MD, PhD, FACS,