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Epiploic appendagitis and omental infarction.

A C van Breda Vriesman1, A J de Mol van Otterloo, J B Puylaert

  • 1Department of Radiology, MCH Westeinde Hospital, The Hague, The Netherlands.

The European Journal of Surgery = Acta Chirurgica
|January 5, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Epiploic appendagitis and omental infarction cause focal abdominal pain but are benign. Characteristic imaging findings on ultrasonography and computed tomography enable accurate non-operative diagnosis, avoiding unnecessary surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Abdominal Imaging
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Epiploic appendagitis and omental infarction are rare, benign, self-limiting conditions.
  • Clinical presentation often mimics surgical emergencies like appendicitis or diverticulitis.
  • Misdiagnosis can lead to unnecessary laparotomy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the diagnostic features of epiploic appendagitis and omental infarction.
  • To emphasize the role of imaging in avoiding misdiagnosis and unnecessary surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical and imaging findings in patients with epiploic appendagitis and omental infarction.
  • Comparison of imaging features with clinical presentation to differentiate from surgical emergencies.

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Main Results:

  • Both conditions present with focal abdominal pain, normal or mildly elevated inflammatory markers.
  • Ultrasonography and computed tomography demonstrate characteristic features.
  • Accurate imaging diagnosis allows for non-operative management.

Conclusions:

  • Epiploic appendagitis and omental infarction are often misdiagnosed due to non-specific symptoms.
  • Characteristic imaging findings on US and CT are crucial for correct diagnosis.
  • Non-operative management is effective for correctly diagnosed cases, preventing surgical intervention.