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Is it normal to have four incisions for an appendectomy scope?

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It varies by surgeon: I usually use 3 incisions for laparoscopic appendectomies. However, if the need arises, I have made a 4th incision once in a blue moon. Far more important than the number of incisions is the outcome--i hope all went well.

Dr Bansal and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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