During an open appendectomy, a surgeon makes one incision in the lower right side of your abdomen. Your appendix is removed and the wound is closed with stiches. This procedure allows your doctor to clean the abdominal cavity if your appendix has burst.

What are the 2 surgical methods that may be used to perform an appendectomy?

There are 2 types of surgery to remove the appendix. The standard method is an open appendectomy. A newer, less invasive method is a laparoscopic appendectomy. Open appendectomy.

How long does an appendectomy surgery take?

Once the diagnosis is complete that surgery is necessary, the procedure will be scheduled. A normal appendectomy will typically take about one hour.