Appendicitis is a disease that involves inflammation and often infection of the vermiform appendix. Appendicitis is considered to be a surgical disease that requires removal of the affected appendix. The appendix doesnt have an important role inside the organism and its removal doesnt affect the normal activity of the body. The surgical procedure for removing the diseased appendix is uncomplicated and involves few risks. However, the problem is that appendicitis is usually diagnosed late.
The disease generally evolves latently, generating non-specific symptoms. In many cases, appendicitis sufferers may actually be asymptomatic, thus allowing the disease to progress further and even lead to complications. Severe cases of appendicitis can involve rupturing of the vermiform appendix and spreading of the infection inside the organism (sepsis). Such complications are life-threatening and they account for thousands of annual deaths in the United States.
Diagnosing appendicitis in time is a very challenging task for medical professionals worldwide. Until recently, appendicitis was diagnosed with the aid of ultrasounds and computerized tomography. However, these...
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