Single-incision versus conventional multi-incision laparoscopic appendicectomy for suspected uncomplicated appendicitis

There is low-to-moderate certainty evidence that single-incision laparoscopic appendicectomy is comparable to conventional laparoscopic appendicectomy in terms of complications, length of hospital stay, return to normal activities, and postoperative pain in the first 24 hours. The disadvantage of SILA may be a higher conversion rate, but SILA is probably associated with better patient cosmetic satisfaction.

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Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
Published
2025-09-19
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https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.cd009022.pub4
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2
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Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
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Single-incision versus conventional multi-incision laparoscopic appendicectomy for suspected uncomplicated appendicitis

Ahsan Rao, Irfan Ahmed, Ahmer Irfan
2 citations
Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
4.51
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Single-incision versus conventional multi-incision laparoscopic appendicectomy for suspected uncomplicated appendicitis

Ahsan Rao, Irfan Ahmed, Ahmer Irfan
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2 citations

Abstract

There is low-to-moderate certainty evidence that single-incision laparoscopic appendicectomy is comparable to conventional laparoscopic appendicectomy in terms of complications, length of hospital stay, return to normal activities, and postoperative pain in the first 24 hours. The disadvantage of SILA may be a higher conversion rate, but SILA is probably associated with better patient cosmetic satisfaction.

Cochrane Database of Systematic ReviewsVol. 2025(9)
Toronto General Hospital (CA), Fauji Fertilizer (Pakistan) (PK), Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Center (PK)
Openalex Percentile: Top 5%
Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management
4.51
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Single-incision versus conventional multi-incision laparoscopic appendicectomy for suspected uncomplicated appendicitis — Ahsan Rao, Irfan Ahmed, et al. · Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS