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Laparoscopic Appendectomy- Appendix Removal Surgery

Do you have pain in the lower right side of the abdomen? It could be an attack of appendicitis that needs urgent medical attention and, in most cases, surgery to remove the appendix. Appendicitis is a widespread surgical emergency for people of all age groups. The appendix is a small organ that is a vestigial part of the large intestine. The appendix can get obstructed and inflamed for various reasons and, therefore, must be removed. An experienced general surgeon can remove it. Book your appointment for an appendectomy with top surgeons today.

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What is Appendicitis?

Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a small, blind, finger-like pouching from the large intestine in humans. This inflammation of the appendix can be due to infections, obstruction due to food particles, or hard faeces. Medications can terminate an acute or sudden episode of appendicitis, and in most cases, surgery is done. Appendectomies are done to remove the appendix safely before it ruptures. It is usually done in emergency settings to avoid complications from the rupture of the appendix spilling out of the contents of the intestines into the abdominal cavity. Therefore, anyone experiencing pain in the lower abdomen, nausea, or vomiting must be taken to the emergency department for a proper checkup.

Symptoms of Appendicitis:

The following are symptoms of appendicitis that need to be evaluated thoroughly.
1.Stomach pain that may start at the umbilicus and later radiate to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen
2.Loss of appetite.
3.Feelings of nausea and episodes of vomiting.
4.A low-grade fever may also develop in response to the pain and inflammation.
5.Tenderness at the area of the pain when pressure is applied.
6.The pain may intensify after removing pressure from the point of pain, called the rebound phenomenon.
7.Increased white blood cells in the body are called leukocytosis.

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What are Acute Appendicitis and Chronic Appendicitis?

Acute appendicitis is a sudden attack of appendicitis, and chronic appendicitis is a prolonged period of inflammation of the appendix.

1. Acute appendicitis: It is the sudden and severe inflammation of the appendix and usually requires the urgent removal of the appendix to avoid the chance of rupture of the appendix.

2. Chronic appendicitis: It is relatively uncommon, and the appendix is usually inflamed over a long period, accompanied by mild and frequent pain and discomfort in the right lower abdomen.

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What is the Procedure for an Appendectomy?

Once the diagnosis of acute appendicitis is made via clinical examination, history, ultrasound scan of the abdomen, MRI scan, or CT scan, blood samples are taken for blood tests, blood grouping, and assessment of viral markers. Once the tests are done, the patient is shifted to the operating room, and after a pre-anaesthetic evaluation, the patient is placed under general anaesthesia, and surgery is done. Once the surgery is done, the patient is shifted to the postoperative room and observed for a few hours to a day before being shifted to the ward and discharged.

Why Choose Medifyhome?

Medifyhome is among the pioneers of giving access to healthcare via an online platform at a price that is affordable and according to the convenience of the people. Get your appendectomy surgery done through Medifyhome’s experienced and skilled general surgeons for a fast, minimally invasive, and hassle-free appendectomy surgery with the lowest complication rates. Book your appointment for appendectomy surgery today at one of the best hospitals in our network with state-of-the-art technology for laparoscopic and open appendectomy surgery.

What are the Types of Appendices?

Acute appendicitis is a sudden attack of appendicitis, and chronic appendicitis is a prolonged period of inflammation of the appendix.

1. Acute appendicitis: It is the sudden and severe inflammation of the appendix and usually requires the urgent removal of the appendix to avoid the chance of rupture of the appendix.

2. Chronic appendicitis: It is relatively uncommon, and the appendix is usually inflamed over a long period, accompanied by mild and frequent pain and discomfort in the right lower abdomen.

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What are the Complications of an appendectomy?

The following are some of the complications of an appendectomy:
1.Rupture of the Appendix.
2.Peritonitis.
3.Nerve injury.
4.Excessive bleeding during surgery.
5.Infection of the surgical site.
6.Anaesthesia-related complications.
7.Scarring.
8.Keloids

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An acute episode of appendicitis may cause the following complications:
1. Rupture of the Appendix
2. Peritonitis
3. Sepsis
4. Abscess formation
5. Recurrent appendicitis

An appendectomy surgery may take anywhere from 2–3 hours.

Laparoscopic appendix surgery has the following advantages:
1. Minimal scaring and small scar size
2. Faster recovery
3. Less pain
4. Less chances of postoperative complications

The cost of an appendectomy in India is anywhere from 60,000 to 80,000 rupees, depending on the type of appendectomy, the complications associated with the procedure, and the city and hospital where the surgery is done.

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