Non-operative management of appendiceal abscess in children: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Non-operative treatment (NOT) has gained widespread acceptance as the initial therapy for pediatric patients with appendiceal abscess. The subsequent management methods encompass interval appendectomy (IA) and active observation (AO). The aim of the study is to compare the IA and AO alternatives after successful NOT of pediatric appendiceal abscess.

Methods

Systematic literature research of PubMed was performed for relevant studies published. Variables as length of hospital stay (LOS), recurrence rate, complication rate, cost, operative time were analyzed.

Results

Six articles were selected, including 396 patients with successful NOT of appendiceal abscess. 145 patients were in IA group while 251 patients were in AO group. There was no statistically signifi

SUBMITTER: Zhang S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12486442 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature