Does the Use of Newer Technology to Divide the Mesoappendix Result in Less Bleeding? A Retrospective Analysis

Abstract

Background: Various methods have been used to seal and divide the mesoappendix, such as endoscopic linear cutting staples, the Harmonic Scalpel and even monopolar coagulation. The goal of this study was to determine whether using any of these energy sources versus any non-energy source would be superior in terms of post-operative complications (primarily bleeding), hospital length of stay and cost.

Two-Port Laparoscopic Appendectomy Is More Benefecial Than Open Appendectomy in Early Acute Appendicitis

“…In some cases, especially in obese patients, the mesoappendix was very thick, the mesoappendix was difficult to pass through the relatively narrow 12mm hole. In this case the muscle, but not the skin, was splitted wider to facilitate the appendix easy to be pulled outside (Doepker et al 2014).…”