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Appendix Surgery - Appendectomy (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Description of what appendectomy is and post operative information. The appendix is a small, hollow pouch that hangs down from the large intestine (bowel). It is located in the lower right part of your belly. This surgery is done to remove an infected appendix (appendicitis).Replaces catalogue #265483 (English) Colour
Catalogue Number:
265588Body Location:
- Digestive System,
- Immune System
Diagnosis and Therapy:
- Rehabilitation and Recovery,
- Surgery and Procedures
Keywords:
- Infection,
- Inflammation,
- Recovery,
- Post-op,
- Bowel,
- Appendicitis,
- Appendectomy,
- Surgeon,
- Intestine,
- Rupture
Demographic:
- All
Program:
- Surgical Services
Format:
BookletRevision Date:
January 12, 2021Reproduction Rights:
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