Your Appendix and Why It May Be Necessary to Remove It Your appendix is a tube-like structure attached to the first part of your large intestine. Appendicitis occurs if the appendix becomes inflamed or infected. If left untreated, an inflamed appendix can rupture or leak, and cause a serious infection. The standard treatment is to have the appendix removed. Appendicitis usually requires surgery one to three days after symptoms begin.
Why You Should Consider MIP for Appendectomy Most MIP patients have quicker recovery, shorter hospital stays, and less scarring than patients that have conventional surgery. Learn more about the benefits of MIP for appendectomy.
To learn about the risks and complications associated with MIP for appendectomy, as well as with conventional surgery in general, click here.
Talk With Your Doctor About MIP Only your doctor can decide whether or not you are a candidate for MIP, but we can help you start a conversation about it. To find out which questions to ask, click here.
Get Answers About MIP You'll feel more confident about your procedure if you know the facts. To see a list of frequently asked questions, click here.
