Colorectal

Open appendicectomy ● Usually performed in children. ● A Lanz incision (centred on McBurney’s point; see Figure 1.5) is used for the

best cosmetic result. ● If the appendix is found to be perforated or gangrenous, then peritoneal

lavage is performed to remove any pus or contamination. ● Most patients can be discharged on the second or third day post-operatively.