Same-day discharge after laparoscopic appendectomy for non-perforated appendicitis is safe and cost effective

ConclusionHealthy children who undergo laparoscopic appendectomy for non-perforated appendicitis can be discharged home during the same day of the operation after a short period of observation. This approach is safe and does not result in more postoperative ED visits or hospital readmissions. In addition, there is a significant financial benefit when patients are discharged early.Level-of-evidenceLevel III –retrospective comparative treatment study
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - Category: Surgery Source Type: research