Original Article

Predictors of a Prolonged Length of Stay in Children with Perforated Appendicitis

Objectives: Little is known about the factors that affect the length of stay (LOS) of children hospitalized for perforated appendicitis. The objective of this study was to identify clinical and demographic factors associated with a prolonged LOS (PLOS) in children with perforated appendicitis. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted…