Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a small tube-shaped organ located in the right colon. Appendicitis is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment, as it can lead to serious complications if not treated properly.
Symptoms of appendicitis can vary in intensity and presentation from person to person, but typically include:
- Abdominal pain: The most common symptom of appendicitis is abdominal pain, which usually starts around the navel and then moves to the lower right side of the abdomen.
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Fever
- Pain when pressing on the abdomen
What treatment do we offer?
Minimally Invasive Video Laparoscopic Appendectomy Appendectomy is performed to prevent serious complications, such as perforation of the appendix and spread of infection to the abdominal cavity, which can be life-threatening. Surgical removal of the inflamed appendix is the standard treatment for appendicitis and is considered a medical emergency, so it is important to seek immediate medical attention.
Very small incisions are made in the abdomen, through which a laparoscope, which is a thin, tubular medical instrument with a camera on the end, and other surgical instruments are inserted to remove the appendix without having to open the patient’s abdomen.
What are the advantages of a laparoscopic appendectomy?
Laparoscopic appendectomy, compared to traditional open surgery, offers several significant advantages, including:
- Less postoperative pain
- Faster recovery
- Lower risk of infection
- Less blood loss
- Minimizes scars
- Shorter hospital stay
