DigiNepal · procedures
Appendectomy: Surgery to remove an inflamed appendix, usually by keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery. It is done for appendicitis; a burst appendix is an emergency. Preparation: Nothing to eat or drink before surgery; antibiotics are given. Recovery: Most people go home in 1 to 3 days and return to normal activity in 2 to 4 weeks. Risks: Infection, bleeding, abscess, and risks of anaesthesia. General information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. In an emergency in Nepal call 102.