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Laparoscopic appendicectomy leads to shorter hospital stays and fewer complications compared to open surgery for acute appendicitis. This minimally invasive approach offers faster recovery and improved patient comfort.

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Area of Science:

  • General Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery

Background:

  • Laparoscopic appendicectomy adoption is inconsistent globally, with limited data in India.
  • Acute appendicitis management benefits from comparing surgical approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) with open appendicectomy (OA).
  • To evaluate therapeutic benefits of LA versus OA in acute appendicitis management.

Main Methods:

  • A comparative study of 279 patients with acute appendicitis.
  • 100 patients underwent LA, 179 underwent OA.
  • Outcomes assessed: hospital stay, operating time, morbidity, convalescence, and cost.

Main Results:

  • Laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) showed significantly lower infection and complication rates (15% vs. 31.8%).
  • Median hospital stay was shorter for LA (3 days) compared to OA (5 days).
  • Open appendicectomy (OA) had a slightly shorter operating time (25 min) than LA (28 min).

Conclusions:

  • Laparoscopic appendicectomy offers significant benefits including shorter hospital stays and reduced complications.
  • LA provides enhanced clinical comfort with faster recovery, earlier return to work, and better cosmetic outcomes.
  • Operative costs for both procedures are comparable.