Can HIV patients undergo laparoscopic appendectomy?

Question
Hello doctor,
Can you tell me if HIV patients can have laparoscopic appendectomy? I thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Duong Xuan Loc - Gastroenterologist - Department of General Surgery, Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Can HIV patients have laparoscopic appendectomy? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Patients with HIV still have laparoscopic appendectomy. In addition to laparoscopic surgery, there is another method of appendectomy for HIV-infected patients: Open appendectomy.
Before appendectomy, the patient should follow the instructions of the treating doctor. Inform your doctor about any unusual or medical conditions you are experiencing. Besides, smoking habits, alcoholism, use of supplements, herbs and medications that you are taking are also things that your doctor is concerned about. As soon as you are explained by the doctor about your medical condition and needing emergency surgery, you must abstain from eating and drinking completely to ensure the anesthesia is safe.
After completing the appendectomy, the patient needs to stay in the recovery room for 1-2 hours, then lie down for monitoring and treatment in the ward for 1-2 days before being able to go home. Certain pain medications may be prescribed to help patients manage pain.
Patient can return to daily activities 1 day after surgery. Depending on the nature of the job, the patient can return to work after 2-3 days for administrative work and after 1 week for manual work.
After surgery, patients may experience some of the following symptoms: Headache, mild dizziness. Nausea or vomiting, itchy throat. Abdominal pain or pain under the right flank. In some cases, there may be urinary retention or urinary frequency. Some tips below can help the post-operative recovery process go better:
Try to be active early, follow the diet of the treating doctor, usually patients will start with a healthy diet. Eat liquids when you feel hungry.
Wash your hands before and after touching the surgical site. Use a pillow or soft object to support your abdomen when coughing, laughing, sneezing, or any other abdominal movement. Avoid intense exercise, strenuous exercise, or heavy lifting while recovering from appendectomy. Avoid bathing or swimming for 1 month. Do rehabilitation exercises as directed by your doctor to help promote recovery. Avoid using stimulants: alcohol, beer, raw food. Immediately notify the treating doctor of unusual symptoms: Abdominal pain returns, fever,... If you still have questions about whether HIV patients can have laparoscopic appendectomy, you can go to the hospital. of Vinmec Health System for further examination and consultation. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!