Laparoscopic Versus Open Appendectomy in Adults with Complicated Appendicitis: Systematic Review and Meta‐analysis

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Kallingal Riyad · Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital

Abstract

When compared to OA, laparoscopic appendectomy is advantageous in CA with regard to SSIs, with no significant additional risk of IAA (level 3a evidence).

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Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management Intraperitoneal and Appendiceal Malignancies Diverticular Disease and Complications

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Published in: World Journal of Surgery

Volume 34, Issue 9, pp. 2026-2040

DOI: 10.1007/s00268-010-0669-z

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Laparoscopic Versus Open Appendectomy in Adults with Complicated Appendicitis: Systematic Review and Meta‐analysis

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