Safe, keyhole removal of the inflamed appendix for both emergency acute appendicitis and elective interval cases — with a 5–7 day return to normal life and minimal scarring.
The appendix is a small, finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine in the lower-right abdomen. In appendicitis, the appendix becomes blocked — usually by hardened stool, a mucus plug, or swollen lymph nodes — causing bacterial overgrowth, inflammation, and progressive swelling. Without treatment, the appendix can rupture within 24–72 hours, causing peritonitis — a life-threatening infection spreading throughout the abdomen. Appendicitis is one of the most common surgical emergencies worldwide.
There are two main presentations: Acute appendicitis requires emergency surgery within hours. Interval (elective) appendicectomy is planned after initial antibiotic management of mild appendicitis — surgery is performed several weeks later to prevent the 25–30% recurrence risk.
Laparoscopic appendicectomy is the gold standard — delivering superior outcomes to open surgery in terms of wound infection, pain, hospital stay, and return to normal activity. Dr. Prashanth J V is available for both emergency and elective cases.
We manage both. Contact Dr. Prashanth J V immediately for any acute abdominal symptoms.
Book Consultation 📞 +91 93533 16175The procedure takes 30–45 minutes under general anaesthesia. You wake up with 3 small incisions — each under 1.5 cm — and can eat and walk the same day.
General anaesthesia is administered. The abdomen is cleaned and the patient positioned. The surgical site is confirmed by clinical examination and imaging.
Three small incisions: one at the navel (camera port, 10–12 mm), one in the lower right abdomen (5 mm), and one in the left lower quadrant (5 mm). CO2 inflates the abdomen.
The entire abdominal cavity is inspected. The appendix is identified and assessed. Any free fluid or pus is noted and sampled for culture.
The blood supply to the appendix is controlled using clips or an energy device. A linear stapler seals and divides the base securely. The appendix is placed in a retrieval bag.
The appendix is removed. If perforation has occurred, the abdomen is thoroughly irrigated with warm saline. Incisions are closed with absorbable sutures.
Rest at home. Mild incision soreness managed with regular analgesics. Walking around the home encouraged from day 1.
Walking freely. Light diet advancing to normal food. Minimal discomfort at incision sites.
Most desk workers return to work. No driving until off strong pain medication.
Full activity including exercise and heavy lifting. No long-term restrictions after uncomplicated appendicectomy.
Available for emergency appendicitis around the clock. Elective interval appendicectomy planned carefully for optimal outcomes.
Superior outcomes versus open surgery — lower infection rates, less pain, shorter hospital stay, and better cosmetic results.
Laparoscopy allows full inspection of the abdominal cavity — valuable when the diagnosis is uncertain or other pathology is suspected.
Gallbladder Surgery
Appendicectomy
Hernia Repair
Hysterectomy
Ovarian Cystectomy
Tubectomy & Ectopic
Laser Piles
Laser Fissure
Varicose Veins
Laser Fistula
Pilonidal Sinus