Epidemiología de la apendicitis aguda en Colombia: Un análisis de las bases de datos administrativas del Ministerio de Salud / Epidemiology of acute appendicitis in Colombia: An Analysis of the Ministry of Health administrative databases

Introducción. La apendicitis aguda es una afección común, con un pico de incidencia entre los 10 y 20 años. La cirugía es el tratamiento preferido y la apendicectomía por laparotomía sigue siendo el estándar, aunque el abordaje laparoscópico ha mostrado menos complicaciones. El objetivo de este artículo fue caracterizar tanto la enfermedad como el tratamiento quirúrgico en Colombia, usando datos de bases oficiales. Métodos. Se accedió a la base de datos del Sistema Integrado de Información para la Protección Social (SISPRO) del Ministerio de Salud de Colombia en febrero de 2023. Se recogieron datos de los pacientes con diagnóstico de apendicitis y con procedimiento de apendicectomía entre 2017 y 2021, y se analizaron por edad, sexo y ubicación geográfica. Resultados. Entre 2017 y 2021 se diagnosticaron 345.618 casos de apendicitis (51,8 % mujeres), con pico de incidencia a los 15-20 años. Se realizaron 248.133 apendicectomías, el 16,7 % por laparoscopia. Los hospitales con más procedimientos reportados estaban en Bogotá, Yopal, Popayán y Florencia. La mortalidad fue de 0,56 % en hombres y 0,51 % en mujeres. Conclusión. La apendicitis es común, con pico a los 10-19 años. Las mujeres tienen mayor probabilidad de apendicectomía, debido a otras afecciones ginecológicas. El acceso a la apendicectomía disminuye la mortalidad; en estos pacientes, el 16 % fue laparoscópica, lo que sugiere que se necesita más entrenamiento y acceso a esta técnica. Este estudio aporta a la comprensión de la epidemiología de la apendicitis y apendicectomías en Colombia.

Introduction. Acute appendicitis is a common condition, with a peak incidence between 10 and 20 years of age. Surgery is the preferred treatment and laparotomy appendectomy remains the standard, although the laparoscopic approach has shown fewer complications. The objective of this article was to characterize both the disease and the surgical treatment in Colombia, using data from official databases. Methods. The Integrated Information System for Social Protection (SISPRO) database of the Ministry of Health was accessed in February 2023. Data with diagnosis of apendicitis and with appendectomy between 2017 and 2021 were collected. Analysis was done by age, gender, and geographic location. Results. Between 2017 and 2021, 345,618 cases of appendicitis were diagnosed (51.8% females), with peak incidence at 15-20 years of age. A total of 248,133 appendectomies were performed, 16.7% by laparoscopy. The hospitals with most reported procedures were located in Bogotá, Yopal, Popayán, and Florencia. Mortality was 0.56% in men and 0.51% in women. Conclusion. Appendicitis is common, peaking at ages 10-19. Women are more likely undergo appendectomy due to other gynecological conditions. Access to appendectomy improves mortality. In these patients, 16% were laparoscopic, suggesting that more training and access to this technique is needed. This study contributes to the understanding of the epidemiology of appendicitis and appendectomies in Colombia.

Terapia con antibióticos versus apendicectomía en la apendicitis aguda no complicada: Una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis

Introducción: Existe una controversia acerca del mejor enfoque para el tratamiento de la apendicitis aguda no complicada. Este metaanálisis buscó evaluar la eficacia, recurrencia de la patología, presencia de complicaciones mayores, y duración de la estancia hospitalaria en adultos con apendicitis aguda no complicada. Materiales y Método: Se realizó una búsqueda sistemática de ensayos clínicos aleatorizados en las bases de datos PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase y Cochrane Library hasta finales de octubre del 2022. El riesgo de sesgo y calidad de los estudios incluidos en el estudio fueron evaluados mediante la herramienta RoB 2.0. de la Colaboración Cochrane. La síntesis de datos fue realizada a través del software Cochrane Review Manager (RevMan; version 5.3). Resultados: 6 estudios fueron incluidos, con un total de 1.862 pacientes. La probabilidad de presentar una mejoría clínica definitiva en el grupo que recibió antibioticoterapia fue menor (RR 0,5; IC95% 0,92-0,98; p = 0,004; IC2 = 44%). La probabilidad de presentar una recurrencia de la apendicitis en el grupo que recibió antibioticoterapia fue notablemente superior (RR 94,86; IC95% 30,73-292,81; p < 0,00001; IC2 = 0%). El grupo conservador presentó un menor riesgo de presentar una complicación mayor (RR 0,55; IC95% 0,36-0,85; p = 0,007; IC2 = 0%). El tratamiento conservador presentó una duración de la estancia hospitalaria superior que la apendicectomía (MD 0,34; IC95% 0,25-0,42; p < 0,00001; IC2 = 64%). Conclusiones: Esta revisión sistemática demuestra que, en términos de eficacia, recurrencia del cuadro y duración de la estancia hospitalaria, la antibioticoterapia es inferior a la apendicectomía en adultos con apendicitis aguda no complicada y superior en evitar la presencia de complicaciones mayores.

Introduction: There is controversy about the best approach for the treatment of uncomplicated acute appendicitis. This meta-analysis sought to assess efficacy, disease recurrence, presence of major complications, and length of hospital stay in adults with uncomplicated acute appendicitis. Materials and Method: A systematic search for randomized clinical trials was performed in the PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases up to the end of October 2022. The risk of bias and quality of the studies included in the study were assessed. using the RoB 2.0 tool. of the Cochrane Collaboration. Data synthesis was performed using the Cochrane Review Manager software (RevMan; version 5.3). Results: 6 studies were included, with a total of 1.862 patients. The probability of presenting a definitive clinical improvement in the group that received antibiotic therapy was lower (RR 0.5; CI95% 0.92-0.98; p = 0.004; CI2 = 44%). The probability of presenting a recurrence of appendicitis in the group that received antibiotic therapy was notably higher (RR 94.86; 95%CI 30.73-292.81; p < 0.00001; CI2 = 0%). The conservative group presented a lower risk of presenting a major complication (RR 0.55; CI95% 0.36-0.85; p = 0.007; CI2 = 0%). Conservative treatment had a longer hospital stay than appendectomy (MD 0.34; 95%CI 0.250.42; p < 0.00001; CI2 = 64%). Conclusions: This systematic review shows that, in terms of efficacy, recurrence of the condition, and length of hospital stay, antibiotic therapy is inferior to appendectomy in adults with uncomplicated acute appendicitis, and superior in avoiding the presence of major complications.

Hallazgos quirúrgicos en pacientes con apendicitis agudadurante la pandemia COVID-1 / Surgical findings in patients with acute appendicitis duringthe COVID-19 pandemic

Objetivo: Caracterizar los hallazgos quirúrgicos en pacientes con apendicitis aguda durante la pandemia COVID-19. Métodos: se realizó un estudio retrospectivo, descriptivo, observacional de corte transversal en pacientes con apendicitis aguda operados por el Servicio de Cirugía I del Hospital Universitario de Caracas, durante el período marzo2020-marzo 2022. Resultados: Se incluyeron 83 pacientes, cuya edad promedio fue 28,2±15,3 años, la mayoría del sexo femenino. Los síntomas clínicos más frecuentes fueron: dolor abdominal, náuseas, vómitos y fiebre; la paraclínica indicó importante leucocitosis, y el ultrasonido fue positivo en algunos pacientes. El tiempo de espera para la cirugía fue de 10,4±7,99horas, la vía de abordaje más común fue la abierta, seguida de la laparoscópica; el tiempo quirúrgico promedio fue de116,5±42,3 minutos. Los principales hallazgos quirúrgicos fueron, en orden decreciente: apendicitis flegmonosa (casi la mitad de los casos), seguida de catarral, gangrenosa y perforación, con dos pacientes con apéndice normal; otros hallazgos fueron: líquido inflamatorio, mesoapéndice engrosado, y adherencias. Sólo hubo complicaciones en 5 pacientes (6,0 %). La condición al alta de los pacientes fue buena en el 97,0 %. Conclusión: Los hallazgos de esta serie, no difieren de los obtenidos en periodos de tiempo previos a la pandemia, es decir, más frecuentes apendicitis en fase flegmonosa y catarral, sobre el resto de las otras formas de presentación(AU)

Objective: To characterize the surgical findings in patients with acute appendicitis during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: a retrospective, descriptive, observational cross-sectional study was carried out in patients with acute appendicitis operated on by the Surgery Service I of the Hospital Universitario de Caracas, during the period March 2020-March2022. Results: 83 patients were included, whose age average was 28.2 ± 15.3 years, most of them female. The most frequent clinical symptoms were: abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and fever; paraclinical tests indicated significant leukocytosis, and ultrasound was positive in some patients. The waiting time for surgery was 10.4±7.99 hours, the most common approach was open, followed by laparoscopic.; the mean surgical time was 116.5±42.3 minutes. The main surgical findings were, in decreasing order: phlegmonous appendicitis (almost half of the cases), followed by catarrhal, gangrenous, and perforation, with two patients with a normal appendix; other findings were: inflammatory fluid, thickened mesoappendix, and adhesions. There were only complications in 5 patients (6.0%). The condition at discharge of the patients was good in 97.0 %. Conclusion: the findings of this series do not differ from those obtained in periods of time prior to the pandemic, that is,appendicitis in the phlegmonous and catarrhal phase is more frequent than the rest of the other forms of presentatio(AU)

Apendicolito libre postapendicectomía

El apendicolito libre postapendicectomía es una complicación rara que puede ocurrir como consecuencia de la salida del apendicolito del apéndice debido a una perforación previa o al no identificar el apendicolito. El fecalito generalmente se vuelve sintomático con el tiempo, debido a la formación de un absceso, obstrucción intestinal, trayecto fistuloso o inflamación del muñón apendicular. Se describen dos casos de apendicolito libre postapendicectomía. Caso 1: mujer de 23 años, que fue sometida a una apendicectomía un día antes, ingresó por emergencia por presentar dolor en el hipogastrio. En la tomografía computarizada (TC) se evidenció un apendicolito libre en la fosa iliaca derecha, y en la laparoscopía diagnóstica se observaron abscesos intraabdominales y un apendicolito libre en el muñón apendicular. Caso 2: varón de 77 años de edad, que fue operado de apendicitis aguda causada por apendicolitos, presentó distensión abdominal al sexto día del posoperatorio. La TC reveló obstrucción intestinal y la presencia de apendicolito libre a nivel de las interasas intestinales; en la reintervención quirúrgica se evidenció erosión del mesenterio por causa del apendicolito. En ambos casos, los pacientes evolucionaron favorablemente después de las reoperaciones. Se desconoce actualmente la incidencia del apendicolito libre después de una apendicectomía, pues se dispone de pocos datos en la literatura a nivel mundial. Por tal motivo es importante la presentación de estos casos, para poder ampliar la casuística y contribuir al conocimiento de los apendicolitos libres postapendicectomía. Asimismo, permite evidenciar sus complicaciones si no son removidos precozmente y cómo prevenirlos. Conclusión: los apendicolitos libres postapendicectomía deben extraerse precozmente para evitar complicaciones.

Dropped appendicolith following an appendectomy is a rare complication which may occur as a consequence of appendicolith expulsion from the appendix due to a previous perforation or failure to identify the appendicolith. A fecalith generally becomes symptomatic over time, as a result of abscess formation, intestinal obstruction, fistula tract or inflammation of the appendiceal stump. Two cases of dropped appendicolith following an appendectomy are described hereinbelow. Case 1: A 23-year-old female patient, who underwent an appendectomy the previous day, was admitted to the emergency room due to hypogastric pain. A computed tomography (CT) scan revealed a dropped appendicolith in the right iliac fossa, and a diagnostic laparoscopy showed intra-abdominal abscesses and a dropped appendicolith in the appendicular stump. Case 2: A 77-year-old male patient, who underwent surgery for acute appendicitis caused by appendicoliths, showed abdominal distension on the sixth postoperative day. The CT scan revealed intestinal obstruction and a dropped appendicolith at bowel loops. In the surgical reintervention, erosion of the mesentery caused by the appendicolith was evidenced. Both patients progressed after the reoperations. The incidence of dropped appendicolith following an appendectomy is currently unknown since few data are available in the literature worldwide. Therefore, it is important to present these cases to expand the casuistry, learn more about dropped appendicoliths following an appendectomy, demonstrate their complications if they are not removed early and show how to prevent them. In conclusion, dropped appendicoliths following an appendectomy must be removed early to avoid complications.

Apendicetomía electiva: caso clínico y revisión de la bibliografía / Elective appendectomy: clinical case and literature review / Apendectomia eletiva: caso clínico e revisão da literatura

Las masas inflamatorias de origen apendicular son cuadros de presentación poco frecuente, el 3 % de las apendicitis agudas. Su manejo terapéutico puede ser sistematizado en cirugía de inicio o tratamiento conservador. Este último consiste en antibioticoterapia exclusiva, o asociada al drenaje percutáneo. Es una alternativa frente a emprender una apendicectomía demandante, con riesgo de no identificar el apéndice cecal, lesión visceral y necesidad de conversión o resecciones extendidas. Sin embargo, en estos pacientes, la ausencia de la confirmación diagnóstica anatomo-patológica obliga a un seguimiento protocolizado a fin de descartar diagnósticos diferenciales de mayor relevancia pronóstica. Objetivo: Presentar el caso de un paciente en el que se realizó manejo conservador y apendicetomía electiva. Se realizó una revisión bibliográfica de las pautas de seguimiento e indicación de la apendicectomía electiva. Discusión y conclusiones: Las masas inflamatorias de origen apendicular representan un desafío diagnóstico y terapéutico, requiriendo un manejo y seguimiento específico. La indicación de apendicectomía electiva es controversial, es planteable frente a la persistencia de imágenes patológicas y dudas diagnósticas, o en pacientes con apendicitis recurrentes.

Inflammatory masses of appendiceal origin are infrequent; represent 3 % of acute appendicitis. Its therapeutic management can be systematized in initial surgery or conservative treatment. The latter consists of exclusive antibiotic therapy, or associated with percutaneous drainage. it is an alternative to undertaking a demanding appendectomy, with the risk of not identifying the cecal appendix, visceral injury, and the need for conversion or extended resections. However, the absence of pathological diagnostic confirmation requires protocolized follow-up in order to rule out differential diagnoses of greater prognostic relevance. Objective: present the case of a patient who underwent conservative management and elective appendectomy. a bibliographic review was carried out in the databases: pubmed, cochrane library, scielo and lilacs. Discussion and conclusions: inflammatory masses of appendiceal origin represent a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge, requiring specific management and follow-up. The indication for elective appendectomy is controversial, it is considered in the presence of persistent pathological images and diagnostic doubts, or in patients with recurrent appendicitis.

Massas inflamatórias de origem apendicular são quadros de apresentação pouco frequentes, 3 % de as apendicites agudas. seu manejo terapêutico pode ser sistematizado em cirurgia inicial ou tratamento conservador. esta última consiste na antibioticoterapia exclusiva, ou associada à drenagem percutânea. é uma alternativa à realização de uma apendicectomia exigente, com risco de não identificação do apêndice cecal, lesão visceral e necessidade de conversão ou ressecções extensas. no entanto, nesses pacientes, a ausência de confirmação diagnóstica patológica requer acompanhamento protocolarizado para afastar diagnósticos diferenciais de maior relevância prognóstica. Objetivo: apresentar o caso de um paciente submetido a tratamento conservador e apendicectomia eletiva. foi realizada revisão bibliográfica nas bases de dados: pubmed, biblioteca cochrane, scielo e lilacs. Discussão e conclusões: as massas inflamatórias de origem apendicular representam um desafio diagnóstico e terapêutico, exigindo manejo e seguimento específicos. a indicação de apendicectomia eletiva é controversa, sendo considerada na presença de imagens patológicas persistentes e dúvidas diagnósticas, ou em pacientes com apendicite recorrente.

Laparoscopic appendicectomy: risk factors for conversion to laparotomy / Apendicectomia laparoscópica: fatores de risco de conversão para laparotomia

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Laparoscopic appendectomy is the gold standard surgical procedure currently performed for acute appendicitis. The conversion rate is one of the main factors used to measure laparoscopic competence, being important to avoid wasting time in a laparoscopic procedure and proceed directly to open surgery. AIMS: To identify the main preoperative parameters associated with a higher risk of conversion in order to determine the surgical method indicated for each patient. METHODS: Retrospective study of patients admitted with acute appendicitis who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy. A total of 725 patients were included, of which 121 (16.7%) were converted to laparotomy. RESULTS: The significant factors that predicted conversion, identified by univariate and multivariate analysis, were: the presence of comorbidities (OR 3.1; 95%CI; p<0.029), appendicular perforation (OR 5.1; 95%CI; p<0.003), retrocecal appendix (OR 5.0; 95%CI; p<0.004), gangrenous appendix, presence of appendicular abscess (OR 3.6; 95%CI; p<0.023) and the presence of difficult dissection (OR 9.2; 95%CI; p<0.008). CONCLUSIONS: Laparoscopic appendectomy is a safe procedure to treat acute appendicitis. It is a minimally invasive surgery and has many advantages. Preoperatively, it is possible to identify predictive factors for conversion to laparotomy, and the ability to identify these reasons can aid surgeons in selecting patients who would benefit from a primary open appendectomy.

RESUMO RACIONAL: A apendicectomia laparoscópica é o procedimento cirúrgico padrão-ouro realizado atualmente para apendicite aguda. A taxa de conversão é um dos principais fatores utilizados para medir a competência laparoscópica, e importante para evitar perda de tempo em um procedimento laparoscópico e proceder diretamente à cirurgia aberta. OBJETIVO: Identificar os principais parâmetros pré-operatórios associados ao maior risco de conversão para determinar o método cirúrgico indicado para cada paciente. MÉTODOS: Estudo retrospectivo de pacientes admitidos com apendicite aguda, submetidos a apendicectomia laparoscópica. Foram incluídos 725 pacientes, sendo que destes, 121 (16,7%) foram convertidos para laparotomia. RESULTADOS: Os fatores significativos que predizem a conversão, identificados por análise univariada e multivariada, foram: presença de comorbidades (OR 3,1; IC95%; p<0,029), perfuração apendicular (OR 5,1; IC95%; p<0,003), apêndice retrocecal (OR 5,0; IC95%; p<0,004), apêndice gangrenoso, presença de abscesso apendicular (OR 3,6; IC95%; p<0,023) e a presença de dissecção difícil (OR 9,2; IC95%; p<0,008). CONCLUSÕES: A apendicectomia laparoscópica é um procedimento seguro para tratar apendicite aguda. É uma cirurgia minimamente invasiva e tem muitas vantagens. No pré-operatório, é possível identificar os fatores preditores de conversão para laparotomia, e a capacidade de identificar essas razões pode ajudar os cirurgiões na seleção de pacientes que se beneficiariam de uma apendicectomia aberta primária.

Analysis of appendiceal neoplasms in 1,423 appendectomy specimens: a 10-year retrospective cohort study from a single institution

SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to reveal the incidence, clinicopathological, and oncological outcomes of appendiceal neoplasms. METHODS: This is a retrospective cohort study from a single institution. Patients with a pathological diagnosis of malignancy who underwent appendectomy between January 2011 and 2021 were included in the study, and groups were formed according to pathological type. Clinical, pathological, and oncological results were compared in these groups. RESULTS: The incidence of neoplasia was 2.38% (n=34) in a cohort of 1,423 appendectomy cases. Of the cases, 56% (n=19) were female. The median age in the entire cohort was 55.5 (range: 13-106) years. In the cohort, the rate of neuroendocrine tumor mucinous cystadenoma adenocarcinoma, and low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm, according to the American Joint Committee on Cancer classification of appendiceal neoplasms, was 32.3% (n=11), 26.4% (n=9), 26.4% (n=9), and 14.7% (n=5), respectively. Neuroendocrine tumor patients (median age: 35 years) were younger than the other groups (p=0.021). Secondary complementary surgery was performed in 66.7% (n=6) of adenocarcinoma patients and 27.3% (n=3) of neuroendocrine tumor patients. Right hemicolectomy was performed in all neuroendocrine tumor patients requiring secondary surgery, while right hemicolectomy was performed in three adenocarcinoma patients and cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy in three adenocarcinoma patients. After a median follow-up of 44.4 months (95% confidence interval: 18.6-70.1), the mean survival rate was 55% in appendiceal adenocarcinoma patients compared to 100% in neuroendocrine tumor patients. CONCLUSION: Appendiceal neoplasms are rare but remain an important cause of mortality. Appendiceal adenocarcinomas are associated with poorer oncological outcomes compared to other neoplasms.

Challenges to implement laparoscopic appendectomy as the first-line treatment for acute appendicitis: a fifteen-year experience in a tertiary hospital in Brazil / Barrreiras na implementação da apendicectomia laparoscópica como tratamento de escolha para apendicite aguda: experiência de 15 anos em hospital terciário no Brasil

ABSTRACT Background: the barriers to implement emergency laparoscopy in public teaching hospitals involve issues such as resident learning curves and resource costs and availability. This study was designed to describe the issues facing the implementation of laparoscopic approach for acute appendicitis over 15 years in a single academic center in Brazil. Materials and Methods: retrospective study of patients undergoing emergency appendectomy from 2004 to 2018. Clinical data were compared to four major actions implemented in the emergency surgical service: minimally invasive surgery training for residents (2007), laparoscopic stump closure using metal clips (2008), 24/7 availability of laparoscopic instruments for emergency surgeries (2010), and third-party contract for maintenance of the laparoscopic instruments and implementation of polymeric clips for stump closure (2013). We evaluated the increase in laparoscopic appendectomy after the implementation of those major changes. Results: we identified 1168 appendectomies during the study period, of which 691 (59%), 465 (40%), and 12 (1%) were open, laparoscopic, and converted, respectively. The implementation of the major changes since 2004 resulted in an increase of laparoscopic appendectomies from 11% in 2007 to 80% in 2016. These actions were decisive in the widespread use of laparoscopy for acute appendicitis (p<0.001). The standardization of the hem-o-lok clip in the treatment of the appendiceal stump made the procedure more feasible, reducing the surgical time using laparoscopic access and increasing the team's adherence, so that this became the route of choice in about 85% of cases in the period from 2014 to 2018, 80% performed by 3rd year resident physicians. No intraoperative complications were noted related to laparoscopic access, even in more complicated appendicitis. There was no mortality reported, no reoperations or readmissions to hospital during a 30-day postoperative period. Conclusion: the development of a feasible, reproducible, and safe technical standardization, associated with continuous cost optimization, are the cornerstones for a consistent and viable change in the current practice for appendectomies in middle and lower-income countries.

RESUMO Introdução: o presente estudo tem como objetivo avaliar as medidas que permitiram a implementação de cirurgias laparoscópicas de urgência em hospital de ensino médico ao longo de 15 anos. Método: foi realizado estudo clínico retrospectivo de pacientes submetidos a Apendicectomia aberta ou Laparoscópica no período de 15 anos (2004 a 2018). Os dados clínicos foram confrontados com as ações implementadas: 1) Treinamento dos médicos residentes em cirurgia minimamente invasiva (2007); 2) Uso do endoclip para tratamento do coto apendicular (2008); 3) Disponibilidade do set de laparoscopia em tempo integral para o Pronto Socorro (2010); e, 4) Terceirização do serviço de manutenção do set e materiais de vídeo e uso do endoclip Hem-o-lok® para tratamento do coto apendicular (2013). Resultados: foram realizadas 1.168 cirurgias, das quais 691 abertas (59%), 465 laparoscopias (40%) e 12 convertidas (1%). O treinamento da equipe levou à realização de 11% de laparoscopia (2007) e o uso do endoclip para tratamento do coto apendicular para 16% (2008). Com a disponibilização do set de vídeo em tempo integral para o Pronto Socorro a partir de 2011, houve aumento de laparoscopias para 26% (2012). A padronização do endoclip Hem-o-lok® no tratamento do coto apendicular aumentou para 85% e a partir de 2016 foi realizado em todos os casos, sem complicação relacionada ao seu uso, mesmo em apendicites complicadas. Conclusão: o emprego da laparoscopia no serviço de urgência envolve além do treinamento da equipe cirúrgica, investimento tecnológico contínuo e uso de técnicas que sejam factíveis, viáveis e seguras.

Meta analysis of the efficacy of umbilical laparoendoscopic single-site surgery and conventional laparoscopic appendectomy in the treatment of pediatric acute appendicitis / 中华内分泌外科杂志

Objective:To analyze the effects of umbilical laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (U-LESS) and conventional laparoscopic appendectomy (CLS) on the treatment of acute appendicitis in children by using Meta-analysis. To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of U-LESS in treating acute appendicitis in children.Methods:The English databases Pubmed, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, Clinical trials, CNKI, Weipu Database, Wanfang Medical Network Database, CBM literature and other Chinese databases were retrieved, and the relevant literature of the comparative study of U-LESS and CLS in the treatment of pediatric acute appendicitis was found, and the quality analysis and application of the selected comparative studies were carried out. RevMan5.3 and stata software were employed to compare the operation time, intraoperative blood loss, postoperative exhaust time, postoperative intestinal recovery time, incision length, postoperative hospital stay time, postoperative complications, etc. of different surgical procedures.Results:A total of 19 literature were included in this study, and a total of 2133 cases were included, including 1021 cases in the U-LESS group and 1112 cases in the CLS group, all of which were retrospective case-control studies. Meta analysis showed that the operation time in U-LESS was shorter than that in CLS (95%CI [-9.05, -3.17], Z=4.07, P<0.001) , and the intraoperative bleeding volume of U-LESS was less than that of CLS (95%CI [-15.28, -5.01], Z=3.87, P<0.001) , incision length was shorter in U-LESS than in CLS (95%CI [-1.40, -1.27], Z=39.30, P<0.001) , the postoperative exhaust time of U-LESS was shorter than that of CLS (95%CI [-8.63, -5.89], Z=10.37, P<0.001) , and the recovery time after U-LESS was shorter than that after CLS (95% CI, 95% CI, P<0.001) . U-LESS and CLS did not differ significantly in postoperative length of stay (95%CI [-1.33, -0.64], Z=5.61, P<0.001) . U-LESS had fewer postoperative complications compared with CLS (95%CI [0.24,0.52], Z=5.27, P<0.001) . Conclusion:For pediatric acute appendicitis, U-LESS is safe and feasible, and has the advantages of shortening the operation time and reducing intraoperative bleeding.

Evaluation of the effect of sham feeding on the recovery of gastrointestinal function after laparoscopic appendectomy based on an artificially intelligent bowel sound monitoring system / 国际外科学杂志

Objective:To explore and analyze the reliability and safety of sham feeding in facilitating the recovery of gastrointestinal function after laparoscopic appendectomy (LA), by using a new device, the Artificial Intelligence Bowel Tone Monitoring System.Methods:The data of 100 cases in Shaanxi Provincial People′s Hospital from Dec. 2020 to Sep. 2022 with acute appendicitis operated by LA who met the inclusion criteria. In this prospective study, participants were divided by random number table into a control group and an experimental group, with 50 cases in each group. The control group performed routine postoperative LA care, and the experimental group performed routine postoperative LA care and sham-feeding state care. The age, gender, recovery time of postoperative bowel sounds, time of first postoperative anal discharge, postoperative nausea and vomiting, abdominal distention, dry mouth and halitosis, and postoperative abdominal pain and other complications were recorded. GraphPad Prism 9.0 and SPSS 22.0 software were adopted to conduct data organization and analysis.Results:There were 100 valid cases in this trial. There were no statistical differences between the two groups in terms of gender, age, duration of surgery, abdominal pain and other symptoms ( P>0.05). The recovery time of bowel sounds after surgery was (8.92±0.56) h in the experimental group and (10.55±0.88) h in the control group, which was statistically significant ( t=10.99, P<0.0001); the recovery time of bowel sounds after surgery was (20.10±0.50) h in the experimental group and (20.96±0.59) h in the control group. There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups ( t=7.84, P<0.0001); there was a statistically significant difference between the experimental group (22%) and the control group (42%) for postoperative nausea and vomiting ( χ2=4.60, P=0.032); there was a statistically significant difference between the experimental group (16%) and the control group (52%) for postoperative abdominal distension ( χ2= There was a statistical difference between the experimental group (40%) and the control group (68%) ( χ2=7.89, P=0.005). The number of hospitalization days in the control group was (11.40±2.47) days and the days in the experimental group was (9.30±2.01) d, the difference between the two groups was statistically significant ( t=4.65, P<0.001); the hospitalization cost in the control group was (27 270.11±2 645.30) yuan and the cost in the experimental group was (23 669.68±2 841.28) yuan, the difference between the two groups was statistically significant ( t=6.56, P<0.001). Conclusion:To a certain extent, sham feeding can accelerate the recovery of gastrointestinal function in patients after LA, reduce the common postoperative discomfort, length of stay and hospital costs of patients.

Trombosis de vena mesentérica superior como complicación de apendicitis aguda: una entidad poco frecuente / Superior mesenteric vein thrombosis as a complication of acute appendicitis: a rare entity

Las complicaciones de la apendicitis aguda ha sido ampliamente descrita en la literatura; la trombosis venosa mesenterica es una manifestación poco común de esta patologia correspondiento a menos del 1 % de frecuencia, esto puede desorientar al cirujano general al coexistir en el cuadro de apendicitis aguda. Presentamos el caso de un paciente masculino de 58 años, con dolor abdominal de 5 días de evolución, con sintomatologia poco especifica para el diagnóstico concreto de apendicitis. Se realizó una tomografía computarizada de abdomen con hallazgos de apendicitis aguda y trombososis venosa mesenterica con un coágulo de 11.5 cm. Se hizó también apendicectomia abierta y se inició anticoagulación al egreso hospitalario.

The complications of acute appendicitis have been widely described in the literature; Mesenteric venous thrombosis is a rare manifestation of this pathology corresponding to less than 1% frequency, this can confuse the general surgeon as it coexists with acute appendicitis. We present the case of a 58-year-old male patient, with abdominal pain of 5 days of evolution, with symptoms that are not very specific for the specific diagnosis of appendicitis. Computed tomography of the abdomen was performed with findings of acute appendicitis and mesenteric venous thrombosis with a clot of 11.5 cm. An open appendectomy was performed and anticoagulation was started on hospital discharge.

EVALUATION OF SERUM C REACTIVE PROTEIN IN ACUTE APPENDICITIS AND ITS CORRELATION WITH HISTOPATHOLOGY

Background: Acute appendicitis is the most common abdominal surgical emergency, but its diagnosis remains an enigmatic challenge, plagued by a high rate of negative explorations. There is no single reliable test with satisfactory sensitivity and specificity. Ultrasonography is not often available at a rural surgical setup. This study is intended to evaluate the importance Aim: of serum C-reactive protein (CRP) level estimation in diagnosis of acute appendicitis, by comparing with histopathology report. In a Methods: prospective study,100 patients clinically diagnosed as acute appendicitis were selected by purposive sampling method and evaluated as per criteria for serum CRP levels, leucocyte count preoperatively and were followed up postoperatively with histopathology reports. The data was analysed for finding the significance of serum CRP in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis. CRP was positive in 75 of the 77 patients who Results: had histologically proven acute appendicitis and in 3 with normal appendix. The sensitivity, specificity and diagnostic accuracy were 97.4%, 86.96% and 95% respectively. Leucocytosis and neutrophilia when used alone were not specific for acute appendicitis, but when combined with CRP value, diagnostic accuracy was high. Ultrasonography was useful in establishing alternative diagnoses, but had low sensitivity for acute appendicitis. CRP contains important diagnostic information and hence should always Interpretation & Conclusion: be included in the diagnostic workup of acute appendicitis. Since acute appendicitis is very unlikely in those patients with normal WBC count and CRP value, conservative treatment is advised.This study does not undercut the skill of an experienced surgeon in diagnosing acute appendicitis, but CRP estimation compliments clinical diagnosis.

Apendicitis aguda durante la pandemia de COVID-19: experiencia en un centro de alta complejidad en Boyacá, Colombia / Acute appendicitis during the COVID-19 pandemic: Experience in a high-level complex center in Boyacá, Colombia

Introducción. La pandemia de COVID-19 replanteó la forma de atención en los sistemas de salud, afectando todas aquellas patologías no relacionadas con infecciones respiratorias, como la apendicitis aguda. El miedo al contagio por SARS-CoV-2 y las medidas restrictivas a la movilidad pudieron aumentar el tiempo desde el inicio de los síntomas hasta la consulta al servicio de urgencias, derivando en complicaciones intra y posoperatorias. Métodos. Estudio observacional descriptivo de corte trasversal y retrospectivo, donde se incluyeron todos los pacientes diagnosticados con apendicitis aguda llevados a apendicectomía, que fueron divididos en dos grupos, considerados prepandemia, desde el 1° de septiembre de 2018 al 15 de marzo de 2020, y pandemia, desde el 16 de marzo de 2020 al 30 de septiembre de 2021. Resultados. Fueron identificados 1000 pacientes, distribuidos en 501 pacientes en el grupo prepandemia y 499 en el grupo pandemia. El promedio de tiempo de consulta desde el momento de inicio de síntomas hasta consulta fue de 43 horas en el grupo prepandemia y de casi 45 horas en el grupo pandemia. Discusión. A pesar de las restricciones por la enfermedad causada por el nuevo coronavirus y el miedo que puede existir por el contagio, en nuestro centro no se evidenció un cambio en el manejo y presentación de los pacientes diagnosticados con apendicitis aguda

Introduction. The COVID-19 pandemic varied the way health systems were attended, thus affecting pathologies not related to respiratory infections, such as acute appendicitis. Fear of SARS-CoV-2 infection and mobility restrictive measures may have implied a longer time from the onset of symptoms to consultation of the emergency department, leading to intraoperative and postoperative complications. Methods. Retrospective cross-sectional descriptive observational study, identifying all patients diagnosed with acute appendicitis and taken for appendectomy, divided into two groups, considered pre-pandemic, from September 1, 2018 to March 15, 2020, and pandemic, from March 16, 2020 to September 30, 2021. Results. One-thousand patients were identified, 501 patients were distributed in the pre-pandemic group and 499 in the pandemic group. The average consultation time from the time of onset of symptoms to consultation was 43 hours in the prepandemic group and almost 45 hours in the pandemic. Discussion. Despite the restrictions due to the disease caused by the new coronavirus and the fear that may existed due to contagion, in our center there was no evidence of a change in the management and presentation of patients diagnosed with acute appendicitis

Comparación de la seguridad y la eficacia del uso de antibióticos frente a la apendicectomía en el tratamiento de la apendicitis no complicada en adultos. Revisión sistemática y metaanálisis / Comparison of safety and effectiveness of the use of antibiotics versus appendectomy in the management of uncomplicated appendicitis in adults. Systematic review and metanalysis

Introducción. La apendicitis aguda es una emergencia quirúrgica frecuente, en la cual el tratamiento de tipo conservador basado en antibióticos se ha identificado como una opción terapéutica que necesita seguir siendo estudiada. El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar las diferencias en seguridad y eficacia del uso de antibióticos en comparación con la apendicectomía en adultos con apendicitis no complicada. Métodos. Revisión sistemática y metaanálisis. Se encontraron 452 estudios; después de una selección, 45 se evaluaron en texto completo y 15 para calidad metodológica; 11 estudios fueron seleccionados y 9 incluidos en el metaanálisis. Resultados. Se contó con 3186 participantes, de los cuales 1512 fueron tratados con terapia antibiótica y 1674 sometidos a apendicectomía. Se identificó estancia hospitalaria más corta en los pacientes sometidos a apendicectomía (SMD: 0,28; IC95%: 0,14 a 0,41). Para los pacientes tratados con terapia antibiótica, se evidenció puntajes de riesgo menores en las escalas de diagnóstico de apendicitis (SMD: -0,13; IC95%: -0,22 a -0,04), menor éxito terapéutico en un 16 % (RR: 0,84; IC95%: 0,77 a 0,92) y reducción del riesgo de complicaciones del 63 % (RR: 0,37; IC95%: 0,25 a 0,53). Se encontró alta heterogeneidad y riesgo de sesgo de publicación. Conclusiones. La terapia antibiótica necesita mayor evidencia para desenlaces como calidad de vida, satisfacción, dolor, o complicaciones específicas, entre otros, que permitan hacer comparaciones más contundentes. Los pacientes que consideren el manejo conservador necesitan ser adecuadamente asesorados y monitorizados para optimizar sus posibilidades de resultados favorables y la oportuna identificación de complicaciones que necesiten de otros abordajes

Introduction. Acute appendicitis is a frequent surgical emergency, in which conservative antibiotic-based treatment has been identified as a therapeutic option that needs further study. The objective of this study is to determine the differences in safety and efficacy of the use of antibiotics compared to appendectomy in uncomplicated appendicitis in adults. Methods. Systematic review and meta-analysis; 452 studies were found; 45 were evaluated in full text, 15 were evaluated in methodological quality; 11 studies were selected and nine meta-analysed. Results. There were 3186 participants, of whom 1512 were treated with antibiotic therapy and 1674 underwent appendectomy. Shorter stays are identified in patients undergoing appendectomy (SMD: 0.28 CI 95% 0.14 to 0.41). It was evidenced for patients treated with antibiotic therapy lower risk scores in the appendicitis diagnostic scales (SMD: -0.13; CI 95%: -0.22 to -0.04), in 16% less therapeutic success (RR: 0.84; CI 95%: 0.77 to 0.92) and a reduction in the risk of complications of 63% (RR: 0.37, CI 95%: 0.25 to 0.53). High heterogeneity and risk of publication bias were reported.Conclusions. Antibiotic therapy needs more evidence for outcomes such as quality of life, satisfaction, pain, specific complications, among others; that allow for more compelling comparisons. Patients who consider the conservative approach need to be adequately advised and monitored to optimize their chances of favorable results and the timely identification of complications that require other approaches

Factores asociados a la duración de la estancia hospitalaria posterior a la apendicectomía laparoscópica / Factors associated with length of hospital stay after laparoscopic appendectomy

Introducción. El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar los factores asociados a la duración de la estancia hospitalaria posterior a una apendicectomía laparoscópica. Métodos. Se realizó un estudio observacional, analítico, retrospectivo, en el Hospital de Alta Complejidad "Virgen de la Puerta" en Trujillo, Perú, entre 2017 y 2019. La muestra de 78 pacientes se distribuyó en hospitalización prolongada (mayor de 3 días) y hospitalización corta (igual o menor a 3 días). Para el análisis bivariado se emplearon las pruebas t de Student y chi cuadrado y para el análisis multivariado se utilizó regresión logística múltiple. Resultados. No existe asociación entre el recuento de leucocitos y la duración de la hospitalización. El análisis multivariado determinó asociación significativa entre la estancia hospitalaria y las siguientes variables: edad (OR 1,051; p=0,027), tiempo quirúrgico (OR 1,028; p=0,013), diagnóstico quirúrgico de apendicitis complicada (OR 15,008; p=0,018), y sexo femenino (OR 6,079; p=0,010). Conclusión. Los factores asociados a la duración de la hospitalización posterior a apendicectomía laparoscópica en este grupo de pacientes fueron la edad, el tiempo quirúrgico, el diagnóstico quirúrgico de apendicitis complicada y el sexo femenino

Introduction. The objective of this study was to determine factors associated with length of hospital stay after laparoscopic appendectomy. Methods. An observational, analytical, retrospective study was carried out at the "Virgen de la Puerta" High Complexity Hospital in Trujillo, Peru, during the period 2017-2019. The sample of 78 patients was divided into prolonged hospitalization (>3 days) and short hospitalization (≤3 days). For the bivariate analysis, the Student's t-test and chi-square were used. Multiple logistic regression was used for multivariate analysis. Results. There is no association between leukocyte count and length of hospitalization. Multivariate analysis determined a significant association between hospital stay and the following variables: age (OR 1.051; p=0.027), surgical time (OR 1.028; p=0.013), surgical diagnosis of complicated appendicitis (OR 15.008; p=0.018), and female sex (OR 6.079; p=0.010). Conclusion. Factors associated with the duration of hospitalization after laparoscopic appendectomy in these patients were age, surgical time, surgical diagnosis of complicated appendicitis and female sex

Apéndice cecal invertida: hallazgos en colonoscopía / Inverted cecal appendix: colonoscopy findings

Introducción. El apéndice cecal invertido, inversión apendicular o intususcepción apendicular, corresponde a una condición anatómica descrita en 1859. La primera operación de invaginación apendicular se realizó en 1890, y desde entonces se han descrito diferentes técnicas quirúrgicas y endoscópicas para el tratamiento de esta alteración. Casos clínicos. Se presentandos casos de pacientes a quienes se les indicó colonoscopia como parte de estudio de dolor abdominal y diarrea y se identificó una intususcepción apendicular completa y apendicitis y una inversión del muñón apendicular. Resultados. Mediante la colonoscopia se hizo el diagnóstico de apendicitis aguda en una de las pacientes, quien presentaba inversión apendicular completa tipo 5, que fue tratada con manejo farmacológico y seguimiento clínico. En la otra paciente hubo un hallazgo incidental de inversión del muñón apendicular tipo 3. Conclusiones. Durante la realización de estudios colonoscópicos, se debe tener en cuenta el diagnóstico de intususcepción apendicular o apéndice invertido, para evitar intervenciones erróneas, como polipectomías, que generen riesgo potencial en los pacientes.

Introduction. Inverted cecal appendix, appendicular inversion or appendicular intussusception, corresponds to an anatomical condition described in 1859. The first appendicular invagination operation was performed in 1890, and since then different surgical and endoscopic techniques have been described for its treatment. Clinical cases. We present two patients who underwent colonoscopy as part of the study of abdominal pain and diarrhea and in whom were identified a complete appendicular intussusception and appendicitis, and an inversion of the appendicular stump. Results. Through colonoscopy, the diagnosis of acute appendicitis was made in one of the patients, who presented type 5 complete appendicular inversion, which was treated with pharmacological management and clinical follow-up. In the other patient, the incidental finding of inversion of the appendicular stump type 3 was made. Conclusions. During colonoscopy, the diagnosis of appendicular intussusception or inverted appendix must be taken into account to avoid erroneous interventions such as polypectomies that generate potential risk in patients.

Apendicitis aguda no complicada en situs inversus totalis. Reporte de un caso

Introducción: El situs inversus totalis es una malformación congénita rara, caracterizado por una posición invertida de los órganos torácicos y abdominales, influyendo negativamente en la aproximación diagnóstica y en el tratamiento quirúrgico. Reporte: Se diagnosticó apendicitis aguda en un paciente varón de 28 años que conocía su anormalidad anatómica y se corroboró con imágenes tomográficas y la exploración laparoscópica. Ingresó a emergencia con 30 horas de dolor abdominal con inicio en epigastrio y posterior irradiación hacia la fosa iliaca izquierda. La tomografía confirmó su condición de situs inversus totalis y signos patológicos en la apendicitis localizada en FII; se realizó la intervención por laparoscopia sin complicaciones. Discusión: En pacientes con dolor en el cuadrante inferior izquierdo es importante un adecuado diagnóstico diferencial y el conocimiento previo de una anormalidad anatómica comunicada oportunamente hace viable un diagnóstico adecuado y una resolución quirúrgica exitosa.

Introduction: Situs inversus totalis is a rare congenital malformation, characterized by an inverted position of the thoracic and abdominal organs, negatively influencing the diagnostic approach and surgical treatment. Report: Acute appendicitis was diagnosed in a 28-year-old male patient who knew his anatomical abnormality and was corroborated with tomographic images and laparoscopic exploration. He was admitted to the emergency room with 30 hours of abdominal pain with onset in the epigastrium and subsequent radiation to the left iliac fossa. The tomography confirmed his condition of situs inversus totalis and pathological signs in localized appendicitis in FII; The laparoscopic intervention was performed without complications. Discusions: In patients with pain in the left lower quadrant, an adequate differential diagnosis is important and prior knowledge of an anatomical abnormality communicated in a timely manner, that makes feasible an adequate diagnosis and successful surgical resolution.

Principais Exames Complementares Solicitados para o Diagnóstico das Apendicites Agudas em Adultos em um Hospital do Sul de Santa Catarina / Main complementary exams requested for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis in adults in a hospital in southern Santa Catarina

Introdução: A apendicite aguda exige, na maioria das vezes, um procedimento cirúrgico urgente. Grande parte das pessoas acometidas pela doença apresenta clinicamente sinais e sintomas característicos. Essa doença possui diagnóstico iminentemente clínico, porém podem-se solicitar exames complementares para a elucidação diagnóstica em casos específicos. Quanto à escolha do tratamento, a apendicectomia ainda é a opção principal. Objetivo: Identificar os exames solicitados para o diagnóstico das apendicites operadas nas pessoas adultas no Hospital Nossa Senhora da Conceição, através do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS), em Tubarão/SC, entre 15 de janeiro e 15 de julho de 2018. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo epidemiológico observacional com delineamento transversal. Resultados: A média de idade foi de 34,78 anos, sendo a mínima, 18 anos e máxima, 88 anos. A raça mais frequente foi a branca (40 - 66,67%). O sexo predominante foi o masculino (35-58,33%). O local mais escolhido para primeiro atendimento médico foi o HNSC. Entre os pacientes em estudo, 37 obtiveram pontuações entre 7 e 10 na escala de Alvarado. A demora entre o início dos sintomas até a procura por auxílio médico chegou a mais de 7 dias. Foram solicitados, ao todo, 389 exames complementares nas pessoas com suspeita de apendicite, sendo os mais requisitados hemograma, parcial de urina, ultrassonografia, amilase e raio X. Conclusão: Predominaram homens, idade média de aproximadamente 35 anos, raça branca e moradores do município de Tubarão/SC.

Introduction: Acute appendicitis requires, in most cases, an urgent surgical procedure. Most people affected by the disease clinically present characteristic signs and symptoms. This disease has an imminently clinical diagnosis, but complementary tests may be requested for diagnostic elucidation in specific cases. As for the choice of treatment, appendectomy is still the primary choice. Objective: To identify the tests requested for the diagnosis of appendicitis operated on adults at the Hospital Nossa Senhora da Conceição (HNSC), through the Unified Health System (SUS), in Tubarão/SC, between January 15 and July 15, 2018. Methods: This is an observational epidemiological study with a cross-sectional design, and the statistical analysis used the PSPP 1.0.1 software. Results: The mean age was 34.78 years, with the minimum being 18 and the maximum being 88 years. The most frequent race was white (40 - 66.67%). The predominant gender was male (35-58.33%). The most chosen place for first medical attention was the HNSC. Among the patients under study, 37 scored between 7 and 10 on the Alvarado scale. The delay between the onset of symptoms and the search for medical help was more than seven days. The 389 complementary exams were requested for the people with suspected appendicitis, being the most requested hemogram, partial urine test, ultrasonography, amylase, and X-ray. Conclusion: There was a predominance of men, mean age of about 35 years, white, and residents of Tubarão. A total of 389 complementary exams were requested.

Evaluation of Necessity of Appendectomy After Conservative Treatment of Uncomplicated Acute Appendicitis in Children

Background: Acute appendicitis is one of the most common emergency clinical conditions among children. It has two-way treatment options, one is surgical procedures, and another is a conservative approach. In the modern arena conservative treatment approach for acute appendicitis is one of the most preferred options. The aim of the study was to find out the solution to clinical conditions and reduce the procedure of injudicious appendectomy.Material & Methods:This prospective observational study was carried out at the Department of Paediatric Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka to assess the necessity of appendectomy following conservatively managed uncomplicated acute appendicitis. A total of 62 children with uncomplicated acute appendicitis were included in the study. Then a conservative treatment started with the combination of inj. Ceftriaxone (100 mg/kgper day), inj. Metronidazole (1.5 mg/kg/ tds) and inj. Amikacin (7.5 mg/kg/ bd) therapy for five days with associated supportive management. The patients were assessed after 24 hours of treatment, who responded to the above management were the continued for same treatment at least five days then discharged and were followed up for 6 months.Results:Mean age was 8.95 ± 2.10 years within range from 4 years12 years. The male-female ratio was 1.58:1. The mean duration of hospital stay was 5.26 ± 0.63 days. On day 5, 59 (95.1%) were discharged and 3 (4.9%) underwent surgery during the conservative treatment period. A total of 8(13of .0%) cases have recurred during the first 6 months after treatment. Conclusions:Antibiotic treatment in patients with acute appendicitis is quite effective, the success rate is 95.1% during the period of treatment, and the recurrence rate is 13.0%.

Amyand Hernia — An Uncommon Coexistence of Two Common Disease Entities

Amyand hernia is a very rare disorder characterized by presence of appendix (normal, inflamed or perforated) in the hernia sac. Though it is usually detected intra-operatively, ultrasonography or computerized tomographic scan done preoperatively may provide a clue. The presentation is determined by the condition of the appendix, and can mimic an incarcerated hernia. Though there are no standardized treatment protocols, management is mostly dictated by the condition of the appendix. We present the case of a 62-year-old male patient who presented with right sided obstructed inguinal hernia, which intra-operatively revealed an Amyand Hernia.