![]() The function of the large intestine is to move the waste from the body through the anus and absorb water. The appendix is closed at one end and the other end is attached to the large intestine. The appendix is of no potential use to the functioning of the human body. The appendix, located in the right lower quadrant, is a 3-6 inch long, worm shaped process projecting from the end of the cecum and lined with a mucus membrane. Before going further, let’s first understand the vermiform appendix and appendicitis. If there is no evidence of rupture, most appendectomies are done laparoscopically. If the appendix bursts, there is an overwhelming risk of infection and complications. Emergency surgeries are urgent and life saving. An appendectomy is usually performed to prevent rupture of an inflamed appendix, and is often done as emergency surgery. ![]() Appendicitis usually develops without warning over a period of 6-12 hours. An appendectomy is the surgical removal of the vermiform appendix and is the only effective treatment for acute appendicitis.
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