Laparoscopic Appendectomy (Appendix Removal Surgery)
An appendectomy, also termed appendicectomy, is a surgical operation in which the vermiform appendix is removed. Appendectomy is normally performed as an urgent or emergency procedure to treat complicated acute appendicitis. Appendectomy may be performed laparoscopically or as an open operation. The appendix (uh-PEN-dix) is a narrow, finger-shaped organ located in the lower right side…