Is interval appendectomy really needed? A closer look at neoplasm rates in adult patients undergoing interval appendectomy after complicated appendicitis.

Background: The treatment algorithm for appendicitis is evolving, with recent interest in non-operative management. However, the safety of non-operative management for patients with complicated appendicitis has been questioned due to concern for increased risk of occult appendiceal neoplasm in this patient population. Our study aims to determine the rate of neoplasms discovered during interval appendectomy for patients with complicated appendicitis and determine the necessity of interval appendectomy.

Opioid Consumption after Carotid Revascularization.

Background: Opioid overdose is now the leading cause of injury-related death in the United States. Overprescription of opioids is one factor contributing to this epidemic. Previous studies demonstrated an overprescription of opioids compared with patient consumption after general surgery procedures.