Epiploic appendagitis

Case contributed by Stefan Ludwig
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Left lower quadrant pain.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Male

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

ct

Anterior to the sigmoid/descending colon junction is a region of inflammation with central fat density.

Case Discussion

Typical appearance and location of epiploic appendagitis

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