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[Laparoscopic appendectomy and laparotomy appendectomy: comparison of methods].

W Craus1, A Di Giacomo, U Tommasino

  • 1Cattedra di Chirurgia Generale Scuola di Specializzazione in Chirurgia Generale Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II.

Chirurgia Italiana
|July 17, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Laparoscopic appendicectomy offers advantages over traditional laparotomy for appendicitis, including shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, and better cosmetic outcomes. This minimally invasive approach provides a favorable cost-benefit ratio.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery

Background:

  • Appendicitis management traditionally involves laparotomy.
  • Laparoscopic appendicectomy offers potential benefits but requires comparative analysis.
  • Evaluating outcomes for acute and chronic appendicitis is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the clinical and economic advantages of transumbilical laparoscopic appendicectomy versus laparotomy.
  • To assess operating times, complication rates, hospital stay, and cosmetic results.
  • To provide a cost-benefit analysis of both surgical approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective comparative study of 88 patients (May 1997-April 2000).
  • Group I: 27 patients underwent transumbilical laparoscopic appendicectomy.

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  • Group II: 61 patients underwent laparotomy.
  • Data collected on operative time, complications, hospital stay, and recovery.

    • Main Results:

    • Laparoscopic appendicectomy had a longer average operating time (45 vs. 30 minutes) but fewer complications (omphalitis vs. wound infections/lipolysis).
    • Shorter hospital stay (3.2 vs. 4.7 days) and faster return to work/sport (10-20 vs. 15-45 days) for the laparoscopic group.
    • Lower total cost and superior cosmetic results reported for laparoscopic appendicectomy.

    Conclusions:

    • Transumbilical laparoscopic appendicectomy is an effective technique for managing acute and chronic appendicitis.
    • It offers a favorable cost-benefit ratio, reduced hospital stay, and improved cosmetic outcomes.
    • The technique allows for abdominal cavity exploration, aiding in diagnosing other pathologies.