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Should you drain a perforated appendix?

M J Greenall, M Evans, A V Pollock

    The British Journal of Surgery
    |December 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    For perforated appendicitis, this study found no benefit in using intraperitoneal drains during appendicectomy. Drainage does not appear to improve outcomes for patients with this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgery
    • Gastroenterology
    • Clinical Trials

    Background:

    • Appendicectomy is a common surgical procedure.
    • Perforated appendicitis presents unique challenges and potential complications.
    • The role of intraperitoneal drainage in managing perforated appendicitis remains debated.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of intraperitoneal drains in patients undergoing appendicectomy for perforated appendicitis.
    • To determine if routine drainage impacts patient outcomes in this specific surgical context.

    Main Methods:

    • A randomized controlled trial was conducted.
    • 103 consecutive patients with perforated appendicitis were enrolled.
    • Patients were randomly assigned to either receive an intraperitoneal drain or no drain.

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    Main Results:

    • The study found no statistically significant difference in outcomes between the drainage and no-drainage groups.
    • The results do not support the routine use of intraperitoneal drains for perforated appendicitis.

    Conclusions:

    • Intraperitoneal drainage is not indicated for patients undergoing appendicectomy for perforated appendicitis.
    • Current evidence does not support the practice of routine drainage in managing this condition.