A Study of Comparison of Post-operative Pain in Open and Laparoscopic Appendectomy

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Prospective observational study reveals lower pain scores in laparoscopic appendectomy patients, indicating better recovery outcomes.

Laparoscopic appendectomy patients reported lower post-operative pain scores at both 4 hours and 24 hours compared to open appendectomy patients.
Laparoscopic approach also led to significantly less additional analgesic use, enhancing patient comfort during recovery.
Patients undergoing laparoscopic appendectomy returned to normal activities faster than those who had open surgery.
Wound infection rates were notably higher in open appendectomy cases, emphasizing potential complications.

Batool et al. (2024) studied this question.

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