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September 17, 2025CureusOpen Access

Laparoscopic Versus Open Appendectomy in Complicated and Uncomplicated Appendicitis in Adults: A Two-Year Single-Center Retrospective Cohort Study

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PPPriyank PatelRRRonak RathodMAMilind K Akhani

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Overview

Retrospective cohort study compares laparoscopic versus open appendectomy outcomes for complicated and uncomplicated appendicitis, indicating significant advantages for laparoscopic surgery.

Key Points

  • Laparoscopic appendectomy resulted in a significantly shorter hospital stay compared to open appendectomy, supporting its preference.
  • Ileus rates were notably lower in laparoscopic appendectomy for complicated appendicitis, suggesting improved recovery.
  • The median operative time for laparoscopic surgery was longer, yet overall postoperative complications were less frequent compared to open surgery.
  • Findings suggest that laparoscopic appendectomy is beneficial for both complicated and uncomplicated appendicitis in adults.

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Patel et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d4605931b076d99fa5ff42https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.92258
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