Intussusception Caused by an Appendiceal Mucocele: Case Report
Journal Title: Turkish Journal of Colorectal Disease - Year 2019, Vol 29, Issue 1
Abstract
Intussusception of the appendix in to the caecum caused by an appendiceal mucocele is a rarecondition. Acute appendicitis is the most common presentation is of the disease. Radiologic examination methods especially computed tomography can be useful for preoperative diagnosis. If a mucocele is more than 2 cm in size or caused intessuception, right hemicolectomy should be considered.
Authors and Affiliations
Sercan Büyükakıncak, Birgül Tok, Gökay Ateş, Ali Tüten, Duygu Demiriz Gülmez
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