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Laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) is a common procedure for appendicitis, but guidelines are needed. This consensus provides evidence-based recommendations on LA, addressing diagnostic and technical aspects.

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Area of Science:

Minimally Invasive Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Evidence-Based Medicine

Background:

Laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) is increasingly used for appendicitis but lacks universal consensus as the gold standard.
An audit in Italy revealed widespread LA, prompting a need for evidence-based guidelines.
Debates surrounding LA necessitate a consensus to standardize best practices.

Framework:

A Consensus Conference utilized the Delphi methodology with 20 experts.
Literature review and expert interviews informed the discussion on critical aspects of LA.
The consensus process involved audience evaluation and external review for validity.

Implementation:

Checkpoint statements were formulated based on expert agreement.
Statements were assigned levels of evidence to quantify the strength of recommendations.
The process ensured a rigorous evaluation of the available evidence.

Implications:

Consensus guidelines cover diagnostic pathways, indications, and technical aspects of LA.
Recommendations address the management of incidental findings and the learning curve for LA.
Some areas remain unresolved due to insufficient scientific evidence, highlighting future research needs.