The most common complication following appendicectomy is: (A) Intraabdominal abscess, (B) Ileus, (C) Adhesive intestinal obstruction, (D) Wound infection
Answer is D. Wound infection is the most common postoperative complication, occurring in 5- 10% of all patients.Intraabdominal abscess has become a relatively rare complication after appendicectomy with use of preoperative antibiotics.Adhesive intestinal obstruction is the most common late complication of appendicectomy