Appendectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove an inflamed appendix. The procedure is performed laparoscpically, which is a minimal invasive surgical procedure through few small incisions made in the abdomen. A laparoscope is a thin elongated tube like structure that has a camera attached to its end. The camera captures images of the internal organs and cavity and enables the surgeon to view the abnormalities enlarged through a connected monitor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appendectomy is a major surgery as it has to be done under General Anesthesia and it is laparoscopy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Laparoscopic appendectomy can be done as a day procedure, but generally patients get admitted for 24 hours. Getting admitted may be necessary for insurance purpose as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All together the cost of undergoing appendectomy laparoscopically may be around one lakh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The recovery time after appendectomy is usually one day in the hospital and a few days off work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No bed rest is required after undergoing appendectomy laparoscopically. One can resume office type of activities in 2-3 days. However, strenuous activities may be done after 2-3 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to studies, laparoscopic approach is considered the best option for removal of appendix as it has fewer complications, reduced hospital stay, and faster recovery compared to open surgery<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n