Stump Appendicitis: Does it Occur More Frequently after Laparoscopic or Conventional Appendectomy? - Report of a Case
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We here present a case of stump appendicitis as a late complication after laparoscopic appendectomy. The literature showed that the occurrence of stump appendicitis correlated with the length of the remaining appendix stump. To prevent stump appendicitis it is important to correctly identify the caecum base and to ensure the complete removal of the appendix in both surgical techniques. Should this not be possible with the laparoscopic technique, then an open resection should be considered.
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