Mucinous Cystadenoma of Appendix: A Rare Presentation

Journal Title: New Indian Journal of Surgery - Year 2017, Vol 8, Issue 1

Abstract

Mucinous cystadenoma of the appendix is a rare benign tumor of appendix. Histopathologically divided into three groups: focal or diffuse mucosal hyperplasia, mucinous cystadenoma and mucinous cystadenocarcinoma. This condition is often associated with other neo-plasia, especially adenocarcinoma of the colon and ovaries. In this case report we discuss a case of a 48 yearold male diagnosed with mucinious cystadenoma of the appendix treated successfully. We have added the pathology, various diagnostic modalities and treatment for the above mentioned disorder.

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Thanga Saravanan B.

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  • EP ID EP470857
  • DOI 10.21088/nijs.0976.4747.8117.21
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Thanga Saravanan B. (2017). Mucinous Cystadenoma of Appendix: A Rare Presentation. New Indian Journal of Surgery, 8(1), 105-107. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-470857