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[Laparoscopic versus open appendectomy in patients with chronic appendicitis].

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Laparoscopic appendectomy is more advantageous for chronic appendicitis than open surgery, significantly reducing postoperative chronic abdominal pain and hospitalization time. This minimally invasive approach offers better outcomes for patients with this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Chronic appendicitis presents unique challenges in surgical management.
  • Traditional open appendectomy may lead to prolonged recovery and persistent symptoms.
  • Evaluating alternative surgical techniques is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy and safety of laparoscopic appendectomy versus open appendectomy in patients diagnosed with chronic appendicitis.
  • To assess key surgical outcomes including operative time, blood loss, and hospitalization duration.
  • To evaluate the long-term incidence of chronic abdominal pain following both surgical approaches.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective, non-randomized study involving 224 patients with chronic appendicitis.
  • Patients were divided into two groups: laparoscopic appendectomy (n=98) and open appendectomy (n=126).
  • Data collected included operative time, blood loss, hospitalization length, and postoperative abdominal pain incidence.

Main Results:

  • Laparoscopic appendectomy demonstrated significantly less operative bleeding (9.8 ml vs. 18.6 ml) and shorter hospitalization time (6.8 days vs. 8.9 days) compared to open appendectomy.
  • The incidence of chronic abdominal pain post-operation was significantly lower in the laparoscopic group (9 cases) than in the open group (24 cases).
  • While operative time was similar, laparoscopic surgery showed a trend towards fewer adhesions requiring dissection.

Conclusions:

  • Laparoscopic appendectomy offers significant advantages over open appendectomy for treating chronic appendicitis.
  • This minimally invasive technique effectively reduces postoperative chronic abdominal pain and shortens hospital stays.
  • Laparoscopic appendectomy is recommended for improved patient outcomes in chronic appendicitis cases.