The surgical removal of the appendix is called appendectomy. The appendix is removed if it becomes painful and inflamed (appendicitis). Appendix if not removed right away in acute cases of appendicitis, it can burst and infect the abdominal cavity.
IBD and Appendectomy - A Comprehensive Review and Analysis
Inflammation in the appendix can derange the immune system leading to inflammatory bowel disease. Read the article below for more information.
Minimally Invasive Approaches to Appendectomy - An Overview
Minimally invasive appendectomy techniques, such as laparoscopy, cause fewer complications after surgery, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery.
Antibiotics Versus Appendectomy
Appendicitis is the swelling of the appendix which can be treated by either antibiotics or by surgical removal of the appendix.
Transgastric Appendectomy - An Overview
Transgastric appendectomy is a minimally invasive surgical technique accessing the appendix through the stomach.
Interval Appendectomy - An Overview
Internal appendectomy is a surgical procedure done to remove the appendix. This condition is commonly seen with acute appendicitis. Read to know more about it.
Parkinson's Potential Link to Appendectomy
Research suggests a potential association between appendectomy and reduced risk of Parkinson's disease, though causation remains unproven.
Endoscopic Retrograde Appendicitis
Endoscopic retrograde appendicitis therapy is a non-invasive and promising treatment for acute uncomplicated appendicitis (AUA). Read the article to know more.
Appendectomy - Indications, Procedure, and Risks
Appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix after appendicitis. This article is about appendectomy and conditions that require appendix removal.
