Geographic Variation in Appendiceal Perforation Rates in Canada: a Population-Based Cohort Study

ConclusionNeighborhoods located far from hospitals have increased appendiceal perforation rates. Also, patients with appendicitis treated at small community hospitals have significantly lower odds of perforation. From a policy point of view, patients with symptoms of appendicitis can be safely treated at the nearest hospital.
Source: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research