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Laparoscopic versus open appendicectomy for complicated appendicitis: A prospective study.

L R Padankatti¹, R Kirthy Pramod, A Gupta

¹Department of Paediatric Surgery, Kanchi Kamakoti Childs Trust Hospital, 12-A, Nageshwara Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India.

Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons

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Summary

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Laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) offers advantages over open appendicectomy (OA) for complicated appendicitis, reducing pain, hospital stay, and complications. This approach is a feasible and superior alternative for managing complex cases.

Keywords:

Complicated appendicitis laparoscopic appendicectomy open appendicectomy

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery

Background:

Complicated appendicitis presents significant surgical challenges.
Choosing the optimal surgical approach is crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare outcomes of laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) versus open appendicectomy (OA) in children with complicated appendicitis.

Main Methods:

Prospective analysis of 30 children with complicated appendicitis over 2 years.
Randomized allocation to either LA (Group 1) or OA (Group 2) based on surgeon assessment.
Assessment of symptom duration, analgesia, feeding, complications, and hospital stay.

Main Results:

Laparoscopic appendicectomy group (n=12) required less parenteral analgesia compared to open appendicectomy (n=18).
Earlier initiation of feeds and shorter hospital stays were observed in the LA group (5 days vs. 7.5 days).
Laparoscopic appendicectomy resulted in fewer major postoperative complications.

Conclusions:

Laparoscopic appendicectomy demonstrates clear benefits in managing complicated appendicitis.
Reduced postoperative morbidity and shorter hospital stays favor the laparoscopic approach.
Laparoscopic appendicectomy is a feasible and advantageous alternative to open surgery for complicated appendicitis.