Appendix - normal appearances on US

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Pelvic pain.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Female

Ultrasound (selected images)

ultrasound

Normal sonographic appearances of the appendix.  

Case Discussion

The appendix or vermiform appendix is a blind muscular tube that arises from the cecum, which is the first part of the large bowel.

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.