An appendectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the inflamed appendix in the abdomen. The appendix is a small pouch that extends from the large intestine and can become infected or inflamed, leading to appendicitis. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the lower right side of the abdomen, removes the appendix, and closes the incision. Recovery time varies but typically includes a hospital stay of 1-3 days.
An appendectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the inflamed appendix in the abdomen. The appendix is a small pouch that extends from the large intestine and can become infected or inflamed, leading to appendicitis. During the surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the lower right side of the abdomen, removes the appendix, and closes the incision. Recovery time varies but typically includes a hospital stay of 1-3 days.