Retrospective cohort study shows long-term results of oral antibiotic treatment in uncomplicated acute appendicitis, indicating potential for lower surgery rates.
With a median follow-up of 34 months, oral antibiotic-only treatment prevented appendectomy in 70% of patients. Larger, prospective randomized studies are needed to identify factors influencing treatment success.
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