RESUMO
Umbilical hernia aswell as acute appendicitis are two of the most common problems seen by paediatric surgeons; although rarely simultaneously. When detected the operative approach is adjusted. We perform the a laparoscopically assisted appendectomy trough through the an excised umbilical hernia sac opening. The operative technique is presented. The most important advantages are single general anesthesia for the two surgical procedures and the use of present openingpatent umbilical ring as an access to inflamed appendix; what is the essence of a minimally invasive surgery;. Evaluating the results of the appendectomy superior cosmetic end result; minimal scaring and lower stress index are the advantages in comparisoncompared to the conventional open surgery. Shorter procedure and reduced costs are the advantages in comparison to the three port laparoscopic appendectomy. Efficacy and safety are the same as in single umbilical hernia repair