Is routine pathological examination necessary in appendectomy for acute appendicitis?
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Minilaparoscopic Appendectomy for Acute Appendicitis
BACKGROUND Minilaparoscopic appendectomy for appendicitis is not a well-established procedure. This approach provides less abdominal wall trauma, fewer complications, and excellent cosmetic results. Our aim was to show the feasibility and safety of the minilaparoscopic approach. METHODS Minilaparoscopic appendectomy was performed in 37 patients. Two 2.2-mm trocars were used to manipulate a 2....
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عنوان ژورنال: International Journal of Colorectal Disease
سال: 2009
ISSN: 0179-1958,1432-1262
DOI: 10.1007/s00384-009-0711-5