Accuracy of Five Different Diagnostic Techniques inMild‐to‐Moderate Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Hernando Gaitán, Edith Ángel, Rodrigo Díaz, Arturo Parada, Lilia Sánchez, Cara Vargas

Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology · 2002 · 63 citations · 23 references

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Abstract

Clinical criteria represent the best diagnostic method for discriminating PID. Laparoscopy showed the best specificity and is thus useful in those cases having an atypical clinical course for discarding abdominal pain when caused by another factor. The other diagnostic methods might have limited use.

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