Laparoscopic Versus Open Appendectomy for Acute Appendicitis in Children: a Nationwide Retrospective Study on Postoperative Outcomes

ConclusionThis study suggested that the occurrence of postoperative complication and the length of hospital stay in pediatric patients who underwent laparoscopic appendectomy are similar with those in pediatric patients who underwent open appendectomy for acute appendicitis.
Source: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research