Dilute Povidone-iodine Irrigation vs No Irrigation for Children With Acute, Perforated Appendicitis

Inclusion Criteria: * Children who undergo an appendectomy for perforated appendicitis. (Appendicitis: Diagnosis is made intraoperatively by the surgeon. Diagnosis Method: The visualization of a gross defect in the appendiceal wall or the presence of intraperitoneal stool or a fecalith at the time of operation.) Exclusion Criteria: * Patients presenting with simple or gangrenous appendicitis * Patients with a history of iodine sensitivity, thyroid disease or renal disease * Patients undergoing interval or incidental appendectomy * Patients/parents/legal guardians who are both non-English and non-Spanish speaking