The management of adult appendicitis during the COVID-19 pandemic: an interim analysis of a UK cohort study

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Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency with a lifetime risk of 6.7% in females and 8.6% in males.
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Operative intervention within 48 hours is recommended for appendicitis, with laparoscopic surgery preferred due to its advantages.
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, conservative management with antibiotics was recommended for uncomplicated appendicitis to reduce infection risk.
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This interim analysis evaluates the management of appendicitis during the UK lockdown, focusing on outcomes and treatment approaches.
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The study aims to assess the safety of moving away from operative management and the generalizability of conservative treatment in the UK.

Techniques In Coloproctology

by H. Javanmard-Emamghissi, H. Boyd-Carson, M. Hollyman, B. Doleman, A. Adiamah, J. N. Lund, R. Clifford, L. Dickerson, S. Richards, L. Pearce, J. Cornish, S. Hare, S. Lockwood, S. J. Moug, G. M. Tierney
July 15, 2020

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