Diagnostic accuracy of serum alpha-fetoprotein levels in diagnosing recurrent sacrococcygeal teratoma: A systematic review
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Systematic review evaluating serum AFP as a surveillance tool for detecting recurrent sacrococcygeal teratoma in children. Analysis of 613 patients showed 79% sensitivity and 95% specificity for detecting recurrence, with 96% sensitivity for malignant cases, supporting AFP's role in postoperative monitoring protocols.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Diagnostic accuracy of serum alpha-fetoprotein levels in diagnosing recurrent sacrococcygeal teratoma: A systematic review. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2020-05-03. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/2537
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