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Appendicitis (Latin: appendicitis acuta) is an acute abdominal condition caused by inflammation, most often caused by retention of food in the appendix. The most common acute surgical condition affecting the abdominal cavity. It usually occurs in patients aged 10-30. 50% of patients have typical symptoms of appendicitis: severe pain initially in the epigastrium or around the navel, which gradually (over 12 hours) moves to the right iliac fossa. Migration of pain is a characteristic symptom of appendicitis, nausea and vomiting – the patient vomits 1-2 times, a slightly elevated body temperature up to 38°C (100°F), a fever above 38°C (100°F) suggests otherwise, loss of appetite, rapid heart rate, gas and stool retention. Diagnosis Diagnosis is made based on the history and clinical examination. Additional tests do not constitute a basis for diagnosis. Treatment Surgical removal of the appendix within 24-48 hours of the onset of symptoms. This procedure is currently performed laparoscopically. Complications A complication of acute appendicitis is perforation in 20% of cases. Perforation most often occurs on the 2nd or 3rd day of untreated illness. Sudden severe pain and worsening peritoneal symptoms occur. Prognosis The prognosis for uncomplicated acute appendicitis is good. Mortality is approximately 0.25%. Mortality increases to 1.7% in cases of perforated appendicitis. #Appendicitis #Appendix #SurgicalDisease