Silvert M A, Meares E M
Urology. 1976 Feb;7(2):129-34. doi: 10.1016/0090-4295(76)90298-3.
In an effort to settle the controversy regarding use of incidental appendectomy, we have reviewed the literature regarding the function of the appendix and its role in the development of cancer, incidence of acute appendicitis, pathologic findings in incidentally removed appendices, and morbidity of incidental appendectomy. Considering all parameters we conclude that incidental appendectomy is a service to the patient and should be done except where specifically contraindicated.
为了解决关于附带阑尾切除术使用的争议，我们回顾了有关阑尾功能及其在癌症发生中的作用、急性阑尾炎的发病率、附带切除阑尾的病理发现以及附带阑尾切除术的发病率的文献。综合所有参数，我们得出结论，附带阑尾切除术对患者有益，除了有明确禁忌证的情况外都应该进行。
