Abstract

COSTA, Ana Catarina et al. Stump Appendicitis: A Challenging Diagnosis. Acta Radiol Port [online]. 2023, vol.35, n.1, pp.43-44.  Epub Apr 30, 2023. ISSN 2183-1351.  https://doi.org/10.25748/arp.26361.

Appendicitis of the appendicular stump is a rare surgical complication characterized by inflammation of the residual appendix.

A past history of appendectomy and abdominal pain with nonspecific characteristics are frequent causes of delayed diagnosis, which may be associated with serious complications, namely, intra-abdominal abscesses, perforations, peritonitis and septic shock.

Computed tomography (CT) plays a central role in timely diagnosis and in reducing the morbidity and mortality of this condition.

Thus, we present the case of a 35-year-old man who underwent appendectomy 8 months before, who presented at the emergency department with a 12-hour abdominal pain and the CT was essential for the diagnosis and treatment.

Keywords : Cecal diseases; Appendix; Appendicitis; Appendectomy..

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