Comparative Outcomes of Laparoscopic Versus Open Appendectomy in Complicated Appendicitis: A Prospective Clinical Study

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Prospective clinical study compares outcomes of laparoscopic and open appendectomy in patients, indicating laparoscopic may offer better recovery.

Laparoscopic appendectomy significantly reduces postoperative pain and hospital stay compared to open appendectomy.
Despite longer operative time, laparoscopic appendectomy shows lower wound infection rates and faster patient recovery.
Intra-abdominal abscess rates are similar between laparoscopic and open appendectomy, emphasizing procedural choice.
Results indicate that laparoscopic appendectomy is a safer option for complicated appendicitis in tertiary care hospitals.

Asghar et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Prospective clinical study compares outcomes of laparoscopic and open appendectomy in patients, indicating laparoscopic may offer better recovery.