
Article
Introduction of laparoscopic appendectomy to a rural centre
Introduction de l'appendicectomie laparoscopique dans un centre rural
Fall 1997
Volume 2 - Issue 4
Gary M. Soenen
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 27–33
Content Summary
This article evaluates the introduction of laparoscopic appendectomy in a rural hospital, comparing it to the open approach. The study finds that laparoscopic surgery significantly reduces hospital stay, postoperative pain, and costs. It concludes that laparoscopic appendectomy should be considered the standard treatment for appendicitis in rural settings.
Tags
Procedural medicineRural medicinePrimary care