Introduction

Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix that is usually caused by an obstruction, but may be caused by an infection. The appendix is a small finger-shaped structure that protrudes from the large intestine and hangs down on the lower right side of the abdominal cavity. If untreated, an inflamed appendix can rupture, causing infection of the peritoneal cavity (the lining surrounding the abdominal organs) and even death. Appendicitis is one of the most common causes of emergency abdominal surgery. Up to 75,000 such surgeries are performed each year in the U.S.

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