This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS
Antibiotics versus appendectomy in the management of acute appendicitis: a review of current evidence. Can J Surg 2011; 54: 307–314.
Published: 4th April 2012
Authors: Fitzmaurice GJ, McWilliams B, Hurreiz H, Epanomeritakis E
Conclusion
The authors reviewed 41 papers but concluded there was not enough evidence to justify the hypothesis that antibiotics should replace appendicectomy as standard treatment for acute appendicitis.
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