The Impact of COVID-19 on Acute Surgeries in England Among the Under-25s: A Retrospective Study of 61,360 Appendicitis and 15,850 Testicular Torsion Admissions

Abstract

Little is known about how COVID-19 impacted acute surgical activity for children and young people (CYP) across England. Appendicitis and testicular torsion are common surgical conditions where treatment delays can lead to avoidable complications. We undertook a retrospective national cohort study.Primary aim: To describe monthly acute surgical activity in CYP during the COVID-19 pandemic.Secondary aim: To investigate evidence of delayed diagnosis and adverse outcomes, describing variations by age and socioeconomic deprivation.

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