Response to: Laparoscopic versus open appendicectomy for complicated appendicitis in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis

We read the article by Neogi et al [1] with great interest about “Laparoscopic versus open appendicectomy for complicated appendicitis in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis.” (doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.07.005.). The research included four randomized controlled trials (266 LA versus 354 OA) and thirty-six case-controlled trials (2580 LA versus 3043 OA). After analyzing, they concluded that laparoscopy has a better overall complication profile compared to OA and should be the procedure of choice in children with complicated appendicitis.