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Appendicitis in the elderly.

B J Owens, H F Hamit

    Annals of Surgery
    |April 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Delayed medical care significantly increases appendicitis rupture risk and complications, especially in older adults. Prompt treatment improves outcomes for this common surgical emergency.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgery
    • Gastroenterology
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Appendicitis is a common surgical condition.
    • Elderly patients often present with complex medical histories.
    • Appendectomy remains the primary treatment for appendicitis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze outcomes of appendectomy in elderly patients.
    • To identify factors influencing complications and mortality in appendicitis.
    • To evaluate the impact of symptom duration on appendicitis outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective chart review of 68 patients aged 65-99 undergoing appendectomy.
    • Data collected on symptom duration, clinical presentation, complications, and mortality.
    • Statistical analysis to correlate variables with outcomes.

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    Main Results:

    • 74% of appendicitis cases were ruptured, with rupture incidence increasing with symptom duration (>49 hours).
    • Overall complication rate was 34%, including six deaths, strongly linked to delayed medical attention, advanced age, and comorbidities.
    • Infection, particularly wound infection with sepsis, was a common cause of death.

    Conclusions:

    • Delayed seeking of medical care is a critical factor in appendicitis severity and poor outcomes in the elderly.
    • Advanced age and pre-existing medical problems exacerbate risks.
    • Prompt medical evaluation and treatment are crucial for improving appendicitis patient outcomes.