Key result
Among 432 appendicectomies for acute appendicitis, 98.6% were performed via the open method and 59% were performed by senior registrars.
Population
432 patients who underwent appendicectomy for acute appendicitis at University of Port Harcourt Teaching…
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Cohort
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Trainees perform most appendicectomies via open technique in this Nigerian center; leaves open whether laparoscopy training improves outcomes in similar settings.
Observational (n=432)
No
The study highlights that open appendicectomy remains the standard in this developing country setting, predominantly performed by surgical trainees, indicating a need for structured laparoscopic training.
E et al. (2017) conducted an observational in Acute appendicitis (n=432). Appendicectomy was evaluated on Method of operation and cadre of surgeon. Among 432 appendicectomies for acute appendicitis, 98.6% were performed via the open method and 59% were performed by senior registrars.
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