Tip appendicitis

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Abdominal pain - 2 days.

Patient Data

Age: 35 yrs
Gender: Male
ultrasound

Distal end of appendix shows increased diameter, ill-defined wall. Localized collection is noted near distal end favors possible perforation. Rest of the appendix shows normal gut signature sign.

Case Discussion

Appendicitis

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