Analysis of risk factors associated with the development and postoperative complications of complicated acute appendicitis in elderly patients

Abdominal signs and symptoms, the presence of appendicoliths, body temperature, and the levels of neutrophils and CRP were associated with the occurrence of CAA, while surgical approaches and the levels of WBCs and neutrophils were associated with postoperative complications. This study explored the risk factors associated with CAA and its postoperative complications in elderly patients, thereby offering valuable insights for the clinical management and treatment of AA in this population.