We’ve covered what actually happens during a smear test and C-section at HuffPost UK before ― and both of those are likely not exactly what you’d expect. But what about appendectomies, a procedure ...

Margaret Maurice, 69, was scared as she lay on an operating table in Prince Albert on Jan. 21, waiting for a surgeon to take out her appendix. A couple of hours later, after the anesthesia wore off, ...

After Kiran Rao revealed she needed surgery for an enlarged appendix, doctor breaks down what a ‘12 mm appendix’ indicates ...

Many patients who have their appendix removed can safely go home from the hospital the same day, according to a new U.S. study. "The results are not surprising and rather reaffirm the practice that ...

For decades, the appendix has been dismissed as a useless organ — a leftover from human evolution with no real function.

If you’ve ever had severe stomach pain, you’ve probably Googled “how to know if your appendix burst.” It’s natural that your mind immediately goes to your appendix since there are only so many reasons ...

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Rafael Dolis had his appendix removed and will miss at least one week of action, manager Charlie Montoyo announced. Fortunately, the 32-year-old underwent surgery before his ...

MONTREAL — Defenceman Kaiden Guhle has had his appendix removed according to the Montreal Canadiens. The team says he will be re-evaluated in seven days. Guhle was selected 16th overall by Montreal in ...

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