Laparoscopic vs Open Surgery for Complicated Appendicitis
Part of Digestive system, Infections clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of surgery for people with a burst appendix and widespread infection in the belly. The goal is to see if a less invasive surgery (laparoscopy) is as good as traditional open surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a burst appendix that has caused an infection throughout your belly (diffuse peritonitis), confirmed during surgery.
- You are having emergency surgery to remove your appendix and wash out your belly (appendectomy with peritoneal lavage).
- After surgery, a pathologist confirms it was acute appendicitis.
- You have no past or current history of cancer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests a special recovery program for people having laparoscopic surgery for a severe type of appendicitis. It aims to help you heal faster and leave the hospital sooner.
This trial is for adults with a complicated appendix infection who choose to have emergency surgery right away (instead of trying antibiotics or drainage first). It studies how well this approach works for people with an abscess or phlegmon around the appendix.
This study compares whether you need antibiotics after laparoscopic surgery for a complicated, “localized” appendix infection. It aims to find the safest, most effective antibiotic approach after surgery.
This trial tests whether giving antibiotics after surgery helps people with a perforated appendix recover better. If you are having an appendectomy and your surgeon finds a complicated appendix, you may be able to join.
This study looks at appendicitis patients having laparoscopic surgery and tests whether the amount of contamination found during surgery affects outcomes. It may help surgeons choose the best way to clean the abdomen during the operation.
This study compares two ways to treat appendicitis that has formed an abscess or firm inflammatory mass (phlegmon) on a CT scan. It aims to see which approach works better and is safer for people with complicated appendicitis.
Hear when a new Acute Complicated Appendicitis With Diffuse Peritonitis trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.