What are the advantages of laparoscopic appendectomy? The advantages of laparoscopic appendectomy include small wound, aesthetic appearance, fast postoperative recovery, discharge in 2 days, mild pain, very low wound infection rate, no need to remove stitches for wound adhesion, and the ability to explore other organs in the abdominal cavity. What are the disadvantages of minimally invasive surgery? The main disadvantage is the high cost, but it is not a problem for patients with medical insurance. 10,000 yuan for laparoscopy and about 3,000 out-of-pocket after medical insurance reimbursement. 5,000 yuan for open surgery and 2,000 out-of-pocket, the difference is not significant. Which patients are suitable for laparoscopic appendectomy? 1.Medical insurance patients. 2.Short onset of acute appendicitis, mild inflammation of the appendix or chronic appendicitis. 3.High demand for appearance. 4, obese patients, because obese patients have thick abdominal wall and high wound infection rate.