Appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix, usually performed when a patient develops appendicitis — an inflammation of the appendix that can cause severe abdominal pain and potentially life-threatening complications if untreated. At maAx Super Speciality Hospital, appendectomy is one of the most common emergency surgeries.
The procedure typically takes 30–60 minutes. Patients are given anesthesia, and recovery involves a short hospital stay, especially for laparoscopic cases.
At maAx Super Speciality Hospital, surgeons use advanced laparoscopic techniques to minimize risks and ensure rapid recovery.
Symptoms often include sharp pain in the lower right abdomen, fever, nausea, and loss of appetite. Immediate medical evaluation is important.
Most patients recover within 1–3 weeks, with faster recovery after laparoscopic surgery.
Yes, the appendix is not essential for normal digestion, and people live healthy lives without it.
Most appendectomies are performed urgently, but early diagnosis can sometimes allow planned minimally invasive surgery.