Appendectomy and Crohn's Disease

Conclusion The appendix is important for intestinal homeostasis, preventing the development of certain pathologies. Its resection, regardless of whether or not there is an inflammation after surgery, increases the risk of Crohn's Disease and worsens the prognosis of this pathology, so appendectomy should be avoided in the absence of appendicitis.
Source: Journal of Coloproctology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research