Utility of preoperative ‘group and save’ samples in laparoscopic appendicectomy

Laparoscopic appendicectomy (LA) is the standard of care in the treatment of appendicitis. Serious intraoperative complications, including bleeding, are rare, especially with an open approach to es...

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