Less antibiotics, same safety: new study on appendicitis recovery

NCT ID NCT05746520

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether giving fewer antibiotics after appendix removal is safe and effective. 268 adults who had surgery for simple or complicated appendicitis took part. The goal was to see if a short course of antibiotics could reduce side effects without increasing complications.

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  • Wake Forest University Health Sciences

    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States

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