What is Appendectomy?
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Appendectomy is the surgial removal of the appendix, a small, finger-shaped sac extending from the first part of the large intestine. It is removed when it becomes inflamed or infected.
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How do members experience Appendectomy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appendicitis | 89 | 17 | |
| Pain | 12 | 1 | |
| Abdominal pain | 5 | 1 | |
| Awakening due to pain | 2 | 0 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | 4 | |
| Abdominal pain | 1 | |
| Bowel irritability | 1 | |
| Decreased appetite | 1 | |
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Infection of uncertain origin | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 4 | |
| Mild | 4 | |
| None | 12 |
Member evaluations
Grasshoppersden
evaluated on Dec 11, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for appendicitis: Major
- Side effects: Mild
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arunima
evaluated on Feb 17, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for appendicitis: Major
- Side effects: Mild
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