A STUDY ON ACUTE APPENDICITIS, ITS RISK FACTORS, AND MANAGEMENT IN TERTIARY CARE CENTRE OF HALDIA: OBSERVATIONAL PROSPECTIVE STUDY

Abstract

Background: Appendicitis is the most common abdominal surgical emergency worldwide, and it can lead to serious complications, such as ileus, peritonitis, abscess, and even death, as well as significant costs to the healthcare system . The incidence of appendicitis is approximately 233 per 100,000 population per year, with a lifetime incidence risk ranging from 6.7 to 8.6%Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency characterized by inflammation of the vermiform appendix. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the risk factors associated with acute appendicitis and analyse various management approaches in a sample of 32 patients. Methods: This is kind of cross-sectional study, before starting study required questionnaire was framed according to study. This study was conducted in a tertiary hospital. After obtaining institutional ethical committee approval It was conducted on 45 patients in the department of General Surgery admitted at a tertiary care centre Demographic detail, clinical presentation, risk factors, treatment modality, and outcomes were assessed. Results: In this study we found that prevalence of depends upon different variable, a mong them one of the important variables is age, in this study it was seen that 21 to 30 years age group more susceptible for appendicitis as compare to other age group Male were more prone to develop appendicitis s compare to female. In smoker its prevalence is 21.9%. Surgical intervention, primarily laparoscopic appendectomy, was the most common and effective treatment method. Early diagnosis and timely surgical management proved crucial in minimizing complications. Conclusion: Acute appendicitis is predominantly seen in young adults and males. Lifestyle factors like diet and smoking contribute significantly to the risk. Laparoscopic surgery remains the gold standard for treatment. Educating the public on modifiable risk factors and ensuring early diagnosis are key to improving outcomes.