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Appendectomy: Purpose and Procedures by Bayu Novianda is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The document summarizes appendectomy, which is the surgical removal of the appendix. The appendix is a small organ attached to the large intestine. Appendectomies are performed to treat appendicitis, which is inflammation and infection of the appendix. There are two main methods for appendectomy - traditional open surgery using a single larger incision, or laparoscopic surgery using several smaller incisions. Both methods aim to locate and remove the infected appendix while minimizing risks to the patient.

Author

Bayu Novianda

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EN