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Acute appendicitis

Case contributed by: Dr Maulik S Patel

Presentation:

19 / M. Pain in right lower abdomen - 3 days.

From the case: Acute appendicitis
Modality: Ultrasound

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  • <p>Acute appendicitis</p> Normal proximal appendix is seen. Narrow transition from normal to abnormally dilated appendix is noted. No fecolith is seen at this point.

Acute appendicitis

Normal proximal appendix is seen. Narrow transition from normal to abnormally dilated appendix is noted. No fecolith is seen at this point.

Case Discussion:

Findings of acute appendicitis with fluid -debris level affecting distal half of appendix.

Surgery - Findings confirmed. Pus was present which was seen at fluid -debris level on US. No fecolith.

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