The appendix is a leftover from primitive times -- a leftover that has no function in the modern human body. It becomes a medical concern when something cl...

The appendix is a hollow finger-like projection that hangs from the cecum at the junction between the small intestine and the large intestine. The appendix...

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An appendectomy is surgery to remove the appendix. See also: Appendicitis

Your side may hurt so much that you called your doctor. Or maybe you went straight to the hospital emergency room. If the symptoms came on quickly, you may...

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the beginning of your large intestine.

The goal of appendectomy is to remove the appendix safely. In most cases, the surgery lasts from 30-60 minutes. If your appendix has burst, surgery may tak...