15/10/2025
Appendix Surgery!
Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch attached to the large intestine, and is considered a medical emergency that requires prompt treatment.
It is typically treated with surgery to remove the appendix (appendectomy), often preceded by antibiotics and IV fluids.
Symptoms can include ;
A shift from general abdominal pain to severe pain in the lower right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and fever, though symptoms can vary.
Pain that begins near the navel and moves to the lower right abdomen, becoming more severe and constant.
Pain that worsens with coughing, walking, or pressing on the area.
Nausea and vomiting.
Loss of appetite.
Fever, which can range from mild to severe, especially if the appendix has ruptured.
Other possible symptoms include;
Diarrhea, constipation, or bloating.
Causes
Appendicitis happens when the appendix becomes blocked, often by hardened stool, a parasite, or other infections.
The blockage causes the appendix to swell, and bacteria that live in the intestines can cause an infection
Treatment
Surgery: The most common treatment is an appendectomy, which can be performed with keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery or open surgery.
Appendicitis surgery, called an appendectomy, is the removal of an inflamed appendix and is the standard treatment for appendicitis.
The procedure is performed either through an open surgery with a single, larger incision, or a laparoscopic surgery with several small incisions and a camera.
While open surgery may be necessary if the appendix has ruptured, laparoscopic surgery is often preferred as it typically leads to a faster recovery with less pain and scarring.
This was done in our clinic Grace favour Healthcare Foundation
The patient is sound and healthy✅
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Model Primary Health Center Umusia Oyibo Rivers State.
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Orie Na Ugaa Community Hospital , Ntigha in Isiala Ngwa North ,Abia State
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