[Laparoscopic appendectomy in pregnancy - a case report]

Rozhl Chir. 2012 Jun;91(6):327-9.
[Article in Czech]

Abstract

The authors present a case of a 25- year- old pregnant patient diagnosed with acute appendicitis, indicated for laparoscopic appendectomy based on a consultation with gynecologists. No complications occurred during postoperative recovery and the patient was discharged on the fifth postoperative day, vital fetus with normal development. This case review points out a rarely discussed topic of laparoscopic appendectomy in pregnant women as a safe alternative to open surgery. Appendicitis is one of the most common indications for surgery during pregnancy. Appendicitis in pregnancy represents a challenge for a surgeon, both in terms of diagnosis as well as treatment and choice of surgical approach.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Appendicitis / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy*
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / surgery*