Appendix Operation (Appendectomy) in Indrapuri, Bhopal

Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a small, finger-shaped pouch attached to the lower right side of your colon. When the appendix becomes blocked by stool, foreign objects, or infection, bacteria multiply inside it, causing swelling, pain, and infection. If left untreated, the appendix can rupture within 24-72 hours, spreading infection throughout the abdomen (peritonitis), which can be fatal.

The only effective treatment for appendicitis is surgical removal of the appendix, called an appendectomy. At R.K. Hospital in Indrapuri, our emergency department is equipped to diagnose and treat appendicitis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

R.K. Hospital has been serving the Indrapuri, BHEL, and East Bhopal communities for over 30 years. Our emergency department is fully equipped to handle appendicitis cases at any hour. When you arrive with suspected appendicitis, our team will:

• Conduct a physical examination to assess pain location and severity
• Perform blood tests to check for infection (elevated white blood cell count)
• Order an ultrasound or CT scan to visualize the appendix and confirm diagnosis
• Start intravenous (IV) fluids and pain management
• Prepare you for emergency surgery if appendicitis is confirmed

At R.K. Hospital, appendectomy is performed by Dr. Rajesh Kanungo, our Director and Senior Surgeon with 34 years of surgical experience and advanced laparoscopic training from IRCAD, Strasbourg, France. Dr. Kanungo specializes in minimally invasive surgery and has successfully performed hundreds of appendectomies.

After appendectomy at R.K. Hospital, you will be monitored in our ICU or general ward depending on the complexity of the surgery. Most patients can drink liquids within a few hours and eat soft foods the next day. Pain medication and antibiotics will be prescribed to manage discomfort and prevent infection.

Recovery timeline:

• Day 1-2: Hospital stay with monitoring. IV fluids and medications. Gradual return to eating.
• Week 1: Rest at home. Avoid heavy lifting, bending, or strenuous activity. Wound care as instructed.
• Week 2-3: Follow-up visit to check wound healing. Gradual return to light activities.
• Week 3-4: Most patients can return to normal activities, including work. Avoid heavy lifting for 4-6 weeks.

If you notice signs of infection (fever, increased redness or swelling around the incision, pus, or worsening pain), contact R.K. Hospital immediately.