Is the appendix ever removed when appendicitis is not involved?

Yes, the appendix can be removed even when appendicitis is not involved. This procedure, known as an appendectomy, may be performed for various reasons, such as a tumor or as part of another surgical procedure. In some cases, it may also be removed prophylactically to prevent future appendicitis, especially in patients with certain medical conditions or during surgery for other abdominal issues. However, such cases are less common than appendectomies performed due to acute appendicitis.