One cannot but question this attitude in view of the present minimal mortality rate from acute appendicitis, including cases with abscesses and general peritonitis. A review of acute appendicitis ...

In some instances, if the appendix forms an abscess, doctors may need to drain the abscess first before surgery, to avoid potential complications," explains Dr. Mayank Madan. To this, Dr.

Brian Austin Green is on the road to recovery after undergoing emergency surgery for a perforated appendix: 'It’s not an easy ...

Brian Austin Green had to get emergency surgery after doctors discovered the pain he was feeling in his stomach was actually a perforated appendix.