Appendicectomy - Surgical Procedure for Appendix Removal

1. Appendicectomy - Surgical Procedure for Appendix Removal

2. Appendicitis is a scary word because it brings to mind the picture of agonizing pain. But it is an easily curable condition with a simple operation called- appendectomy. Appendicitis can occur at any age and the best way to get relief from it to visit the best surgeon for appendectomy surgery. If you are lookingappendix treatment in Mumbai, Dr. Aparna Govil Bhasker is an experienced Surgeon you can consult. • What does the appendix do? Actually, nothing very significant! It is a vestigial organ that can be safely removed. It is shaped like a finger and resides at the junction of small and large intestine. In cases where the appendix become infected or inflamed it causes pain and becomes swollen.

3. When do I need surgery for appendicitis? When the appendix is giving trouble, the pain starts from the belly button and radiates to the right lower part of the abdomen. Appendicitis is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as diarrhoea, frequent urination, nausea, loss of appetite etc. An appendicectomy can be performed in the acute stage. However, if the surgery is delayed, it may lead to either a lump formation or it can rupture in the abdomen leading to severe infection and damage to other organs. A ruptured or burst appendix can cause very high fever and unbearable pain in the stomach area. In that scenario an emergency surgery may be warranted. Sometimes, interval appendicectomy may be advised. Patients are put on conservative treatment with iv fluids and antibiotics and discharged once the inflammation settles. Appendicectomy is performed after an interval of 4 to 6 weeks when there is no inflammation.

4. Appendicectomy Appendicectomy is an operation that entails removal of the appendix. It is quite safe and the benefits of the surgery are higher than the risks. Appendicectomy surgery takes about an hour to complete and one can go home in 24 to 48 hours. What happens in the surgery? There are two ways in which the surgeon can perform an appendicectomy Open surgery: A large incision is made in the lower right-hand side of the abdomen and then the appendix is removed carefully and wound is stitched back. Your doctor will recommend an open surgery for appendix removal if you have had an abdominal surgery in the past or if your appendix has ruptured. Laparoscopic Appendicectomy surgery: This is a minimally invasive surgery in which 2 to 3 tiny cuts are made around the abdominal area by the surgeon to gain access to the appendix. The surgery is performed by looking at the camera and the appendix is removed through one of the trocars. This procedure has a shorter recovery time.

5. What to talk to your surgery about? If you too have been recommended an appendicectomy then you need to follow your doctor’s instructions to prepare for the appendix surgery. If you are pregnant or have an allergy to any kind of medication then let your doctor know. Cost of Appendix surgery in Mumbai It is recommended for the patient of appendectomy to spend over two days in the hospital. The average cost of operation in India is above INR Rs.40,000/-. Post Appendicectomy surgery

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