Potential use of peptic ulcer perforation (PULP) score as a conversion index of laparoscopic-perforated peptic ulcer (PPU) repair.

Yu-Hao WangYu-Tung WuChih-Yuan FuChien-Hung LiaoChi-Tung ChengChi-Hsun Hsieh

Published in: European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society (2020)

The PULP score may have utility in predicting and minimizing conversion for laparoscopic PPU repair. Laparoscopic repair is the procedure of choice for PPU patients with PULP scores < 4, while open surgery is recommended for those with PULP scores ≥ 4.

Keyphrases

minimally invasive
robot assisted
coronary artery bypass
risk assessment
human health
acute coronary syndrome