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Summer appendicitis.

A Fares1

  • 1Universitätsklinikum Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum GmbH, In der Schornau 23-25, D-44892 Bochum, Germany.

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|March 27, 2014
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Acute appendicitis shows a seasonal pattern, with higher incidences reported during summer months across most countries. This seasonal variability may be linked to environmental and dietary factors.

Keywords:
AppendicitisPeriodicitySeasons

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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Acute appendicitis incidence varies seasonally.
  • Understanding appendicitis epidemiology is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and analyze seasonal variability in acute appendicitis.
  • To determine if appendicitis exhibits an annual seasonal pattern.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of MEDLINE-published English language studies (1970-2012).
  • Inclusion criteria: peer-reviewed, non-interventional, at least one year duration, histologically-confirmed appendicitis, temporal case data.
  • 11 studies from 8 countries met the criteria.

Main Results:

  • A consistent seasonal pattern of appendicitis was observed.
  • A predominant peak incidence occurred during summer months in most countries studied.
  • Exceptions noted in Nigeria and Turkey.

Conclusions:

  • Appendicitis demonstrates a significant seasonal pattern, peaking in summer.
  • Potential contributing factors include air pollution, reduced dietary fiber, and increased gastrointestinal infections during summer.