Appendectomy

Service Summary

An appendectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove the appendix, typically when it becomes inflamed or infected, a condition known as appendicitis. It is a common emergency surgery. There are two main approaches: open appendectomy, which involves a single, larger incision, and laparoscopic (keyhole) appendectomy, which uses several small incisions. The laparoscopic method is less invasive and often results in a faster recovery. If left untreated, an inflamed appendix can rupture, leading to serious complications like peritonitis.