Epiploic appendagitis

Case contributed by Paresh K Desai
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Acute left iliac fossa pain. Ultrasound examination revealed no specific findings. Contrast-enhanced CT was performed.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male
ct

Abnormal fat density in left iliac fossa adjacent to the sigmoid colon - led to the diagnosis of epiploic appendagitis.

Other: left renal calculus, splenule.

Case Discussion

Patient was managed conservatively with IV antibiotics.

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