Application of high frequency bipolar electrocoagulation LigaSure™ in appendix vermiformis of rabbits with or without acute inflammatory process.

Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of the use of LigaSure™ in appendectomy, with or without acute inflammatory process, and to compare with simple ligature and conventional therapy.

Methods: A total of 30 rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) randomly allocated in two groups, group A and B, of 15 animals each were used. The group A without acute appendicitis and the group B with acute appendicitis were submitted to appendectomy.