I suspect that it's not as useless as they say. I read that the appendix makes some kind of bacteria fighting substance.
Sorry - the appendix is responsible for keeping the yachting industry afloat.
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Doc to himself: "The boat payment is due..."
Doc to Mrs. Jones: "I don't think your depression is due to your controlling JW husband, but your appendix - let's get that removed - you have insurance right?"