“How serious is appendix surgery?”

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“How serious is appendix surgery?”

My daughter has an inflamed appendix. How serious is appendix surgery?

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**Nawar Alkhamesi** Colon and Rectal Surgeon Richland, WA · Accepted Answer

Nawar Alkhamesi Colon and Rectal Surgeon Richland, WA

Vey safe operation and can be done as a days case

**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

Depends on the extent of the Surgery. Anesthesia has its own risk.

**Dr. Christian Diaz Stone** Gastroenterologist LAS VEGAS, NV · Accepted Answer

Dr. Christian Diaz Stone Gastroenterologist LAS VEGAS, NV

It is not serious. Very routine surgery.