Cost-effectiveness analysis of initial nonoperative management versus emergency laparoscopic appendectomy for acute complicated appendicitis

• Main Authors: Kiyoaki Sugiura (Author), Keiichi Suzuki (Author), Tomoshige Umeyama (Author), Kenshi Omagari (Author), Takeo Hashimoto (Author), Akihiko Tamura (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2020-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background The evidence regarding the safety and efficacy of nonoperative management is growing. However, the best treatment strategy for acute complicated appendicitis remains controversial. We aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of treatment strategies for complicated appendicitis pa...