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Incidental appendectomy at cesarean section: a prospective study.

S Tungphaisal, S Pinjaroen, V Chandeying

    Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet Thangphaet
    |November 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Incidental appendectomy during cesarean section is safe, with no increase in hospital stay or complications. Surgeons may consider removing normal or abnormal appendix during C-section in low-risk patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Surgical Innovation

    Background:

    • Cesarean sections are common surgical procedures.
    • Appendicitis is a frequent surgical emergency.
    • Incidental appendectomy during cesarean section is a debated topic.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and feasibility of performing an incidental appendectomy during cesarean section.
    • To assess the impact of incidental appendectomy on operative time, hospital stay, and postoperative morbidity.

    Main Methods:

    • A controlled series study design was employed.
    • Data on operative time, hospital stay, and postoperative complications were collected and analyzed.
    • Patients undergoing cesarean section with and without incidental appendectomy were compared.

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    Main Results:

    • Incidental appendectomy during cesarean section was demonstrated to be safe.
    • A slight increase in operative time was observed in the appendectomy group.
    • No significant differences were found in hospital stay or postoperative morbidity between groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Incidental appendectomy can be safely performed during cesarean section.
    • Consideration should be given to removing abnormal appendices found during cesarean section.
    • Removal of normal appendices during cesarean section may be considered in select non-risk patients.