Recent studies reveal that the human appendix plays roles in gut microbiota restoration and immunity, contrary to its ...

Acute appendicitis is the most common pathology of the appendix, causing sudden pain in the lower right abdomen, nausea, anorexia, and vomiting. Sometimes, an inflamed appendix ruptures and releases ...

Appendicitis is essentially when the appendix becomes blocked, swollen or infected. It commonly affects people between the ...

But if it’s left too long and the inflamed appendix bursts, causing a wave of bacteria to flood the abdomen, it can lead to organ damage or even death in rare cases. “I just thought ...

Recent studies have highlighted the complexities involved in managing Amyand's hernia, particularly when the appendix is inflamed or perforated. For instance, one systematic review discussed the ...