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Postoperative Complications Following Appendectomy: A Single-Center Retrospective Study
Amnah A Dobel1, Nawaf A Alkhaldi1, Alshaima A Alkharashi1
1Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Taif University, Taif, SAU.
Cureus
|October 28, 2024
Summary
This study found that complicated appendicitis, longer hospital stays, and higher American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification significantly increase post-appendectomy complications. Early diagnosis and infection control are key to improving patient outcomes in appendicitis surgery.
Area of Science:
- Surgical outcomes
- Appendicitis management
- Infection prevention
Background:
- Appendicitis is a common surgical emergency requiring prompt treatment.
- Appendectomy is the standard surgical procedure for appendicitis.
- Understanding post-appendectomy complications is vital for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate surgical outcomes of appendectomy approaches.
- To identify factors influencing post-appendectomy complications.
- Study conducted in Taif City, Saudi Arabia.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study of 220 patients undergoing appendectomy in 2022.
- Data collected from medical records.
- Statistical analysis using chi-square and Fisher's exact tests (p < 0.05).
Main Results:
- Overall complication rate was 5.5%, with surgical site infection being most common.
- Complicated appendicitis (44.4%) and longer hospital stays significantly increased complications.
- Higher American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification was strongly associated with complications (p=0.000).
Conclusions:
- Early diagnosis and appropriate surgical management are crucial for appendicitis.
- Infection prevention strategies are essential to reduce post-appendectomy complications.
- Complicated appendicitis, prolonged hospitalization, and higher ASA scores predict increased complication risk.
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