Background Appendectomy is the gold standard for simple appendicitis. During the
coronavirus-19 pandemic, it was estimated that appendectomies in the United States …

Introduction In the spring of 2020, New York City was one of the first epicenters of the COVID
outbreak. In this study, we evaluate the incidence and treatment of appendicitis in two New …

Background Acute appendicitis (AA) is the most common surgical emergency, with a
relatively stable yearly incidence. During the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, as New …

Introduction The first wave of COVID-19 was accompanied by global uncertainty. Delayed
presentation of patients to hospitals ensued, with surgical pathologies no exception. This …

Objective: The study objective was to evaluate effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on rates of
emergency department (ED) acute appendicitis presentation, management strategies, and …

Background: COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in the presentation and treatment of
surgical pathologies. Therefore, we aim to describe the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic …

METHODS: Adult patients admitted with appendicitis to a large academic hospital between
February and June 2020 were identified. A statewide stay-at-home order was declared on …

Background The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) strain has resulted in restrictions potentially
impacting patients presenting with acute appendicitis and their disease burden. Methods All …

Background The early COVID-19 pandemic period significantly strained the US healthcare
system. During this period, consultations and admissions for acute medical conditions …

Background COVID-19 pandemic has led to changes in the presentation and treatment of
surgical pathologies. Therefore, we aim to describe the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic …