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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery

Background:

  • Treatment guidelines for perforated appendicitis with periappendiceal abscess, without generalized peritonitis, are lacking.
  • This clinical scenario presents a challenge in pediatric surgical management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a conservative management approach for perforated appendicitis with abscess.
  • To compare outcomes between conservative and immediate appendectomy strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of six pediatric cases with perforated appendicitis and abscess.
  • Analysis of treatment strategies: conservative antibiotic therapy with interval appendectomy versus immediate appendectomy.

Main Results:

  • Conservative management was associated with shorter surgery duration.
  • Fewer overall hospital days and faster refeeding were observed with the conservative approach.
  • The conservative strategy resulted in a lower incidence of complications.

Conclusions:

  • Initial conservative management with interval appendectomy is a viable and beneficial approach.
  • This strategy is recommended for perforated appendicitis with abscess and coprolith, with appendectomy within 4 months post-discharge.