Appendicitis is when the appendix becomes inflamed, often because of a blockage within it. The blockage causes the appendix to swell and it can easily become infected by bacteria. In many children the exact cause is not obvious, even at operation.
The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Wii Uâ¢ and Wiiâ¢ home consoles, Nintendo 3DSâ¢ and Nintendo DSâ¢ family of portable systems.
Nintendo President and CEO Satoru Iwata spoke exclusively to TIME about the companyâs plans to bring its franchises to smart devices, why itâs chosen to do so now, and what it means for the future of its reputation as a manufacturer of idiosyncratic console and handheld game systems.