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Complications following appendicectomy
| LA (n=429) | LCOA (n=88) | |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Minor’ complications | ||
| Prolonged intravenous antibiotics delaying discharge (>48h) | 56 (13.0%) | 32 (36.4%) |
| Ileus | 11 (2.5%) | 5 (5.7%) |
| Pain | 16 (3.7%) | 0 |
| Slow progress | 7 (1.6%) | 5 (5.7%) |
| Chest infection | 3 (0.7%) | 3 (3.4%) |
| Collection | 10 (2.3%) | 3 (3.4%) |
| ‘Major’ complications | ||
| Reoperation | 4 (0.9%) | 0 |
| Readmission | 16 (3.7%) | 0 |
| Percutaneous drain | 3 (0.7%) | 0 |
LA = laparoscopic appendicectomy; LCOA = laparoscopy converted to open appendicectomy
