Appendicectomy is the operation to remove the appendix, a small tube attached to the large bowel. It is the standard treatment for acute appendicitis. Removing the appendix before it ruptures prevents the spread of infection through the abdomen.

Patients needing appendix surgery in Mumbai at Apex are assessed promptly. The surgeon examines the abdomen and reviews blood tests and ultrasound or CT, which help confirm the diagnosis. Fasting, intravenous fluids, pain relief and antibiotics are usually started while the operation is arranged. The operation is performed under general anaesthesia.

In the laparoscopic method, small incisions are used, and the surgeon can also inspect the rest of the abdomen. In the open method, a single larger incision is made in the lower right abdomen. The choice depends on the stage of infection, the patient's condition and the surgeon's judgement. If the appendix has burst or an abscess has formed, the recovery may be longer, and antibiotics are continued after surgery.

How the Procedure Can Help

Surgery removes the source of infection and relieves pain, usually within a short time. Early operation lowers the risk of rupture, abscess and prolonged illness, and most patients return to normal activity within a few weeks.

Risks and Considerations

Risks include wound infection, bleeding, abscess formation, bowel injury and problems related to anaesthesia. A ruptured appendix raises the chance of complications. Fever, increasing abdominal pain, vomiting, wound discharge or a swollen abdomen after the operation needs immediate review.