[Possibilities in diagnostic laparoscopy of acute appendicitis]

Results of diagnostic laparoscopy in acute appendicitis suspects are presented. Laparoscopy allowed examination of the appendix in 96.5% cases, to make final diagnosis in 92.5% and to avoid surgery in 31.2% cases. Larger application of diagnostic laparoscopy in patients suspected of acute appendicitis will reduce significantly rate of diagnostic mistakes, complications and unwarranted appendectomies.