After the inflation, the surgeon will use a laparoscope to see images of the patient's abdomen and guide the instruments. Once the appendix is located, it's tied off and removed. An appendectomy ...

Recent studies reveal that the human appendix plays roles in gut microbiota restoration and immunity, contrary to its ...

After some prodding ... Luckily, Eli didn’t suffer any further complications. His appendix was removed without any lasting physical damage and the pain quickly eased. But for a few years ...

The diagnosis came after Ms Banks had her appendix removed. “I’m thankful for this one doctor … but it shouldn’t have taken 20 or so days for them to,” the 28-year-old said.

and the Short-Form 36 survey after surgery. All removed appendices were analyzed pathologically and the patients were classified as being positive (acute appendicitis) or negative (normal appendix ...