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Laparoscopic appendectomy for perforated appendicitis.

Jimmy B Y So1, Ee-Cherk Chiong, Edmond Chiong

  • 1Department of Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery Centre, National University Hospital, Lower Kent Ridge Road, 119072 Singapore.

World Journal of Surgery
|September 26, 2002
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Laparoscopic appendectomy for perforated appendicitis has a high conversion rate but offers faster recovery and fewer infections if successful. Surgeons' experience impacts conversion rates in this appendicitis treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Surgery
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Laparoscopic appendectomy is standard for uncomplicated appendicitis.
  • Its use in perforated appendicitis remains uncertain due to potential complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic appendectomy versus open appendectomy for perforated appendicitis.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of 231 patients with perforated appendicitis (1992-1999).
  • Compared outcomes between 85 patients undergoing laparoscopy (LA) and 146 undergoing open appendectomy (OA).
  • Analyzed operating time, diet resumption, and infectious complications.

Main Results:

  • Laparoscopic appendectomy had a 47% conversion rate to open surgery.

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  • Faster return of fluid and solid diet intake in the LA group (p < 0.01).
  • Lower infectious complication rates in the LA group (14%) compared to OA (26%) (p < 0.05).

    • Conclusions:

    • Laparoscopic appendectomy for perforated appendicitis is feasible but has a high conversion rate.
    • Successful laparoscopic procedures lead to quicker patient recovery and reduced infectious complications.
    • Surgeons' experience is a key factor influencing the conversion rate.