Pseudomyxoma Peritonei : A Case Report

Abstract

Pseudomyxoma peritonei is a relatively rare and poorly understood condition in which mucus accumulates within the peritoneal cavity. The presence of cells in the mucin, either inflammatory or neoplastic, distinguishes it from simple acellular mucus ascites caused by mucinous spillage. There is widespread seeding of the peritoneal and omental surfaces with a heavy cancerous glaze. This is principally a complication of borderline or malignant neoplasm of the ovary and/or appendix. This paper describes a case of previously healthy women who presented with an acute abdomen, and was diagnosed postoperatively with pseudomyxoma peritonei.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr Vikrant Bhagvat

Keywords

Related Articles

Effect of Vitamin D3 Supplementation on Anthropometry Measurements in Exclusively Breast Fed Infants.

Background: Vitamin D deficiency is considered to be the most common nutritional deficiency and one of the most common undiagnosed medical conditions in the world. Over the last two decades, understanding of vitamin D sy...

Study of Risk Factors of Preterm Labour in Urban Population in Mumbai

Introduction: Preterm birth, also known as premature birth, is the birth of baby at less than 37 weeks gestational age. Infants are at greater risk of cerebral palsy, delay in development, hearing problems and sight prob...

Probiotics And Prebiotics In Periodontal Diseases

Microorganisms have been used for hundreds of years by our ancestors in various food and beverages, and recently have undergone clinical research for their ability to prevent and cure a variety of diseases. In recent yea...

Evaluation and comparison of the dimensional stability and tear strength of one commercially available autoclavable addition silicone impression material after being subjected to steam autoclave sterilization

Aims: To evaluate the dimensional stability and tear strength of a commercially available PVS impression material following a stem autoclaving. Settings and design: This study evaluated the effect of autoclaving on elast...

Clinical Profile of Patients with Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis in Malwa Region.

Introduction Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVT) has been recognized since the early 18th century but still remains a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis is rare as compared to arte...

Download PDF file
  • EP ID EP493235
  • DOI -
  • Views 133
  • Downloads 0

How To Cite

Dr Vikrant Bhagvat (2017). Pseudomyxoma Peritonei : A Case Report. International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR), 2(2), 1-6. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-493235