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Antibacterial therapy can effectively treat acute catarrhal appendicitis, offering an alternative to surgery. This approach avoided appendectomies in 815 patients, with no complications reported.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Infectious Disease Management

Background:

  • Appendicitis management traditionally involves surgical appendectomy.
  • Exploring non-operative treatment options for specific appendicitis classifications is crucial.
  • Antibacterial therapy presents a potential alternative to surgical intervention for select cases.

Observation:

  • Diagnostic laparoscopy identified 815 patients (14.7%) with acute catarrhal appendicitis.
  • These patients received 1-2 days of in-hospital antibacterial therapy followed by outpatient management.
  • One patient with destructive appendicitis, who refused surgery, was successfully treated with antibiotics.

Findings:

  • Antibacterial therapy successfully treated acute catarrhal appendicitis in 815 patients, obviating the need for appendectomy.
  • No complications such as appendicular infiltration or abscesses were observed post-treatment.
  • Absence of repeated hospitalizations within one month indicates treatment efficacy.

Implications:

  • Acute catarrhal appendicitis may be managed non-operatively with antibacterial therapy.
  • This approach can reduce surgical burden and associated risks.
  • Further research into antibiotic protocols for appendicitis is warranted.