When carried out by experienced surgeons and with appropriate anesthesia, incidental appendectomy during PPS is safe. The Chokchai technique (approach through a small periumbilical incision) achieved a high success rate and resulted in minimal scar. Incidental appendectomy not only prevents any future appendicitis but also helps to detect periappendicitis and treat its primary cause. However, this is an option for only selected patients who are clearly informed about the possible risks and benefits of the procedure.
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