Prospective cross-sectional study evaluates NLR for predicting outcomes in acute pancreatitis, suggesting its importance for clinical decision-making.
Objectives: To evaluate the prognostic value of the neutrophil–lymphocyte ratio (NLR) in patients with acute pancreatitis and to determine its usefulness in predicting disease severity and adverse outcomes. Material and Methods: A prospective cross-sectional study including 50 patients diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. NLR was calculated on day 0, day 1, and day 2 and compared across CT severity groups. Statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA and chi-square tests. Results: NLR declined in mild and moderate cases but increased significantly in severe cases. The difference among groups was statistically highly significant (P < 0.01). Higher NLR was associated with longer hospital stay and organ dysfunction. Conclusion: NLR is a simple, cost-effective and reliable marker for early assessment of severity and prognosis in acute pancreatitis.
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