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Journal of Surgery Care(JSC)

ISSN: 2834-5274 | DOI: 10.33140/JSC

Impact Factor: 1.03

Antibiotics-First Strategy Versus Immediate Appendectomy for Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis: A Narrative Review of Long-Term Recurrence and Outcomes

Abstract

Priyansh Patel, Riddhi Rana and Saumil H Shah

Acute appendicitis is among the most frequent surgical emergencies encountered globally, with an estimated lifetime risk of approximately 7-8%. Traditionally, appendectomy has been regarded as the definitive treatment because untreated appendicitis may progress to perforation, abscess formation, and diffuse peritonitis.

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