Description

An appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix. This is a common emergency surgery performed to treat appendicitis, an inflammatory condition of the appendix. The appendix is ​​a small, tube-shaped sac attached to your large intestine. It's located in the lower right part of your abdomen. The exact purpose of the appendix is ​​unknown. However, it's believed that it may help us recover from diarrhea, bloating, and infections of the small and large intestines. These may seem like important functions, but the body can still function properly without an appendix. When the appendix becomes inflamed and swollen, bacteria can multiply rapidly inside the organ and lead to the formation of pus. This buildup of bacteria and pus can cause pain around the belly button that spreads to the lower right part of the abdomen. Walking or coughing can worsen the pain. You may also experience nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If you have symptoms of appendicitis, it's important to seek immediate treatment. When the condition goes untreated, the appendix (perforated appendix) can burst and release bacteria and other harmful substances into the abdominal cavity. This can be life-threatening and lead to a prolonged hospital stay. An appendectomy is the standard treatment for appendicitis. It is important to remove the appendix immediately, before it can rupture. Once an appendectomy is performed, most people recover quickly and without complications. An appendectomy is often performed to remove the appendix when an infection has caused it to become inflamed and swollen. This condition is known as appendicitis. Infection can occur when the opening of the appendix becomes clogged with bacteria and stool. This causes your appendix to swell and become inflamed. The easiest and quickest way to treat appendicitis is to remove the appendix. If appendicitis is not treated promptly and effectively, your appendix can burst. If the appendix ruptures, bacteria and particles from within the organ can spread into your abdomen. This can cause a serious infection called peritonitis. You can also develop an abscess if your appendix ruptures. Both are life-threatening conditions that require immediate surgery.