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Appendectomy

Alternative Names: Appendix removal Risks: Risks for any anesthesia include the following: Reactions to medications Problems breathing Risks for any surgery include the following: Bleeding Infection Additional risks with an appendectomy with ruptured appendix include the following: Longer hospital stays Antibiotic treatment Text Continues Below CAUTION: Untreated acute appendicitis can be deadly. If you have symptoms suggestive of appendicitis (pain in the lower right abdomen, fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting) SEEK EMERGENCY HEALTH CARE PROMPTLY -- see your doctor immediately, call 911 or other local emergency number, or get to the emergency room. DO NOT use heating pads, enemas, laxatives, or other home treatments.

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