Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2026-03-26 @ 3:14 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2026-03-26 @ 3:14 PM
NCT ID:
NCT07385261
Brief Summary:
Observational retrospective study included 765 children with Operative management by laparoscopic appendectomy, conservative management for appendicular mass and drainage of abscess by IR should be tried first. Interval appendectomy is reserved only for patients with recurrent symptoms. the study collect the Diagnostic data ,intraoperative and post operative data to submit the strategies of laparoscopic management in limited resources setting.
Detailed Description:
Background and study aims: In children with complicated appendicitis significant morbidity exists with prolonged hospitalization and increased costs. The management strategy for complicated pediatric appendicitis differs depending on facility resources together with surgeon's experience. Various studies investigated the usefulness of laparoscopic than open surgery even in complicated appendicitis. However, the treatment strategy remains controversial, especially in appendicular mass as well as appendicular abscess.
Methods: This observational study included 765 children with complicated appendicitis. over 10 years period. Patients' demographics, clinical criteria for different presentations of complicated appendicitis, diagnostic work up, plans of treatment based on laparoscopic management were reviewed and analyzed regarding different variables and postoperative outcomes.
Study:
NCT07385261
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT07385261