In general terms, the procedure for an open "appendicectomy is as follows.Antibiotics" are given immediately if there are signs of sepsis, otherwise a single dose of prophylactic intravenous antibiotics is given immediately prior to surgery.
The procedure for an open "appendicectomy is as follows.Antibiotics" are given immediately if there are signs of sepsis. This was in general terms. A single dose of prophylactic intravenous antibiotics is given immediately prior to surgery. This was in general terms.