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Appendectomy Timing for Acute Appendicitis by matheuspeter107 is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This systematic review evaluates the optimal timing for appendectomy in children with acute appendicitis, focusing on adverse events, costs, and patient satisfaction. The findings suggest that performing appendectomy within 24 hours of admission does not increase the risk of perforation or other adverse outcomes, and does not significantly affect hospital costs or length of stay. However, the review highlights a lack of high-quality evidence on the timing of appendectomy and its impact on patient satisfacti

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