Outcome comparison between laparoscopic and open appendectomy: evidence from a nationwide population-based study.

Outcome comparison between laparoscopic and open appendectomy: evidence from a nationwide population-based study.

BACKGROUND: Mounting evidence supports the use of laparoscopic techniques for the treatment of simple appendicitis. However, most of the advantages of these techniques are of limited clinical relevance. This study compares the treatment outcomes of laparoscopic appendectomies and open appendectomies...

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Main Authors: Chien-Che Wang, Chao-Chiang Tu, Pi-Chieh Wang, Herng-Ching Lin, Po-Li Wei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3709901?pdf=render

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