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[Acute appendicitis in Crakow population].

R Anielski1, M Barczyński, S Cichoń

  • 1III Katedra i Klinika Chirurgii Ogólnej, Collegium Medicum, Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego w Krakowie.

Przeglad Lekarski
|June 4, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Acute appendicitis (AA) remains a common cause of acute abdomen. This study found that while overall mortality is low (0.9%), the risk of complications and death increases with advanced disease and in elderly patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Acute appendicitis (AA) is a frequent surgical emergency.
  • This retrospective study analyzed 1515 patients surgically treated for suspected AA over a decade.
  • The study focused on the Cracow population, examining incidence, demographics, and outcomes.

Purpose:

  • To estimate the incidence and characteristics of acute appendicitis in the Cracow population.
  • To analyze surgical outcomes, including perforation, peritonitis, mortality, and missed diagnoses.
  • To identify risk factors for complications and mortality in acute appendicitis patients.

Summary:

  • The study confirmed AA in 1339 patients, with a mean age of 16.7 years and a higher incidence in males.
  • Complications like perforation and peritonitis were more common in extreme age groups.

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  • The overall mortality rate was 0.9%, with increased risk in advanced AA and patients over 70. Missed diagnoses occurred in 11.6% of cases, predominantly in females.

    • Impact:

    • The findings highlight a decreasing trend in AA morbidity but persistent risks associated with advanced disease and age.
    • Understanding demographic variations and risk factors can aid in early diagnosis and management strategies.
    • The study provides valuable epidemiological data on acute appendicitis for public health planning and clinical practice.