Risk factors for intra-abdominal abscess following laparoscopic appendectomy for acute appendicitis: a retrospective cohort study on 2076 patients

ConclusionPatients with peritonitis or a perforated appendicitis, and those who had their mesoappendix clipped showed a higher likelihood of developing an IAA. At risk patients should be provided with careful follow-up for the early detection and management of this complication.
Source: Updates in Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research