Transvaginal Appendectomy

Transvaginal Appendectomy

The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and safety of transvaginal appendectomy and determine and compare the postoperative pain and quality of life after surgery to standard laparoscopic transabdominal appendectomy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• ultrasound or CT-based diagnosis of acute or chronic appendicitis
• ASA classification 1 or 2

Exclusion Criteria:

• BMI >35
• on Immunosuppressive meds or immunocompromised
• on blood thinners or aspirin or abnormal coagulation tests
• h/o ectopic pregnancy, PID or endometriosis
• prior open abdominal surgery or transvaginal surgery
• with diffuse peritonitis
• evidence of abscess
• retroflexed uterus
• non english speaking