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Appendix Surgery
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix and is a common cause of emergency abdominal surgery. Timely evaluation helps reduce complications.
Overview
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix and is a common cause of emergency abdominal surgery. Timely evaluation helps reduce complications.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include pain beginning near the navel and shifting to the lower-right abdomen, fever, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, tenderness, or pain while walking or coughing.
Causes
Appendicitis usually occurs when the appendix becomes blocked and inflamed. Blockage may relate to hardened stool, swollen lymphatic tissue, intestinal infection, or less commonly growths.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis may include history, physical examination, blood and urine tests, ultrasound, and CT scan when further evaluation is required.
Treatment
For confirmed appendicitis, appendectomy is often recommended. Laparoscopic or open surgery may be used; selected cases may be managed with antibiotics under medical supervision.
Recovery
Recovery varies with severity, surgery type, and overall health. Patients receive guidance for wound care, activity, diet, medications, and follow-up.