It is not a substitute for the proper consent process you will have with your doctor. The consent process will happen before your surgery. Your doctor will meet with you to explain your surgery and the possible risks of complications. You should ask them any questions you have before giving your consent to go ahead with the surgery. You should only give your consent when you feel you have all the information you need to make an informed decision. In some cases, appendicitis can lead to the development of a lump on the appendix called an appendix mass.
This lump is an attempt by the body to deal with the problem and heal itself. It contains appendix and fatty tissue. Your doctor may find an appendix mass during an examination. If they do, they may decide there is no need to operate immediately.
Instead, they'll give you a course of antibiotics. You will get an appointment for an appendectomy a few weeks later, when the mass has settled. Page last reviewed: 22 December Next review due: 22 December Read our cookies policy to find out more about our cookies and how we use them. The procedure The surgeon will carry out an appendectomy under general anaesthetic. Keyhole surgery laparoscopy Keyhole surgery is usually the preferred method of removing the appendix.
This operation involves making 3 or 4 small cuts incisions in your tummy. Special instruments are then inserted, including: a tube that pumps gas through to inflate your abdomen. This allows the surgeon to see your appendix clearly and gives them more room to work a laparoscope.
This is a small tube containing a light source and a camera. It relays images of the inside of your tummy to a television screen. Open surgery Sometimes, keyhole surgery isn't recommended and you might have open surgery instead. These include: when the appendix has already burst and formed a lump called an appendix mass when the surgeon is less experienced in laparoscopic removal when you have had open abdominal surgery before In these cases the surgeon will make a single larger cut to remove the appendix.
Recovering from surgery One of the main advantages of keyhole surgery is the recovery time tends to be short. When to seek medical advice While you recover, it's important to look out for signs of any problems. One of the main advantages of antibiotic treatment alone is the cost savings. Medical treatment for this disorder has come a long way.
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This often means no food or drink after midnight. Make sure your provider has a list of all medicines prescribed and over-the-counter and all herbs, vitamins, and supplements that you are taking. Are allergic to or sensitive to latex, medicines, tape, or anesthesia medicines local and general. Have a history of bleeding disorders or are taking any blood-thinning anticoagulant medicines, aspirin, or other medicines that affect blood clotting.
You may have to stop taking these medicines before surgery. In most cases an appendectomy is an emergency surgery and will require a hospital stay. You will have either an open appendectomy or a laparoscopic appendectomy. An appendectomy is done while you are given medicines to put you into a deep sleep under general anesthesia. You will be asked to remove any jewelry or other objects that might get in the way during surgery.
A tube will be put down your throat to help you breathe. The anesthesiologist will check your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and blood oxygen level during the surgery. If your appendix has burst or ruptured, your abdomen will be washed out with salt water saline.
The lining of your abdomen and your abdominal muscles will be closed with stitches. A small tube may be put in the incision to drain out fluids. A tiny incision will be made for the tube laparoscope. More cuts may be made so that other tools can be used during surgery.
Carbon dioxide gas will be used to swell up your abdomen so that your appendix and other organs can be easily seen. When the surgery is done, the laparoscope and tools will be removed. The carbon dioxide will be let out through the cuts. A small tube may be placed in the cut to drain out fluids. After surgery, you will be taken to the recovery room. Your healthcare team will watch your vital signs, such as your heart rate and breathing.
Your recovery will depend on the type of surgery that was done and the type of anesthesia you had. Once your blood pressure, pulse, and breathing are stable and you are awake and alert, you will be taken to your hospital room. A laparoscopic appendectomy may be done on an outpatient basis. In this case, you may be discharged and sent home from the recovery room. You will have pain medicine as needed. This may be by prescription or from a nurse.
Or you may give it to yourself through a device connected to your IV intravenous line. You may have a thin plastic tube that goes through your nose into your stomach.
This is used to remove stomach fluids and air that you swallow. The tube will be taken out when your bowels are working normally. You will not be able to eat or drink until the tube is removed.
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