Non-linear association between C-reactive protein levels and length of stay in pediatric appendicitis patients undergoing laparoscopic appendectomy

There was a non-linear association and threshold effect between CRP levels and LOS. CRP levels above 34.13 mg/L were associated with longer LOS in pediatric appendicitis patients. These findings contribute to the understanding of inflammatory markers in recovery dynamics and underscore the necessity for further research to investigate their potential clinical implications.