Surgery (Appendectomy).
Appendicitis is most commonly treated by surgery to remove the appendix. Appendectomy is the name of the surgery. Appendectomy is the surgical removal. The surgeon will remove the appendix from the abdomen through a small cut. The surgeon will make a small incision on the lower right of your abdomen to remove the appendix. Surgery usually takes an hour. After surgery, you may be required to stay in the hospital for a couple of days. Appendectomy recovery usually takes 7 days. Appendectomy can cause complications, including infection and abscess. (8)
Many debates surround the effectiveness of appendectomy. Others maintain that appendectomy surgery is life-saving, while some people say it’s not necessary. A new study has found that appendectomies may not be necessary. Researchers at the University of Washington conducted the study. They examined the medical records of almost 15,000 patients who have had their appendix surgically removed. Only about 1 out of 4 patients who had their appendix removed actually needed it.
Aaron Dawes said the study’s findings challenged the current thinking about appendectomies. He said that most people believe they need to remove their appendix if they have an attack on the appendix. Our study shows that this may not be true for all patients. Dr. Dawes says that more research needs to be done to determine who really requires an appendectomy, and who can safely avoid surgery.
