Customer question:
How long does appendicitis surgery take? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Appendix surgery, called an appendectomy, takes about 30 to 60 minutes on average. Recovering after surgery will take some time, but most people return to normal activities quickly. Following the doctor's instructions regarding recovering and caring for the operative wound after surgery is essential.
There are two main approaches to appendectomy:
- Classic appendectomy: this approach involves a single incision in the abdomen, usually in the lower right. The surgeon removes the inflamed appendix and checks whether there are any other problems in the abdominal cavity.
- Laparoscopic appendectomy: in laparoscopic appendectomy, several small incisions are made in the abdomen. The surgeon inserts a laparoscopic camera and specialized instruments through these small incisions. This approach often offers a faster recovery and more minor scars compared to a classic appendectomy.
Laparoscopic appendectomy usually takes less time than classic appendectomy, but the choice between the approaches depends on various factors, including the severity of the appendicitis and the patient's anatomy.
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