Table 2.
Comparison of clinical presentation and physical examination.
| Characteristic | EDLOS < 4 hours (n = 162) | EDLOS ≥ 4 hours (n = 55) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| BT ≥ 37.8°C | 16 (9.9) | 10 (18.2) | 0.162 |
| Pain score, median (IQR) | 7 (6.9) | 7 (5.8) | 0.161 |
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| Locations of pain | |||
| Generalized | 24 (14.8) | 11 (20) | 0.665 |
| Epigastrium | 27 (16.7) | 14 (25.5) | |
| RUQ | 30 (18.5) | 10 (18.2) | |
| LUQ | 5 (3.1) | 2 (3.6) | |
| LLQ | 21 (13) | 5 (9.1) | |
| RLQ | 32 (19.8) | 6 (10.9) | |
| Suprapubic | 14 (8.6) | 5 (9.1) | |
| Paraumbilical | 8 (4.9) | 3 (5.5) | |
Note. Data are presented as n (%) unless indicated otherwise. EDLOS, emergency department length of stay; BT, body temperature; RUQ, right upper quadrant; LUQ, left upper quadrant; LLQ, left lower quadrant; RLQ, right lower quadrant.