| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4294323 | Journal of the American College of Surgeons | 2009 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
LA results in higher costs and increased morbidity for patients with uncomplicated appendicitis. Nevertheless, LA is increasingly used. Patients undergoing LA benefit from a slightly shorter hospital stay. In general, open appendectomy may be the preferred approach for patients with acute appendicitis, with indication for LA in selected subgroups of patients.
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Authors
Emanuel MD, Gregory F. PhD, Gregory J. MD, J. Andres MD, Brent W. MD, FACS, Klaus MD, FACS,