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Dropped appendicolith: CT findings and implications for management.

Ajay K Singh1, Peter F Hahn, Debra Gervais

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, MA, USA.

AJR. American Journal of Roentgenology
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Retained appendicoliths after appendectomy often appear as small, high-attenuation areas near the cecum, potentially causing abscesses. CT-guided drainage is a viable management option for these selected cases.

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Published on: August 24, 2019

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Abdominal Imaging
  • Surgical Complications

Background:

  • Appendectomy is a common surgical procedure.
  • Retained appendicoliths can lead to postoperative complications.
  • Accurate identification of retained appendicoliths is crucial for appropriate management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the characteristic computed tomography (CT) findings of appendicoliths that remain after an appendectomy.
  • To assess and evaluate the available management strategies for retained appendicoliths.

Main Methods:

  • Review of imaging studies (CT scans) in patients with suspected retained appendicoliths post-appendectomy.
  • Correlation of imaging findings with clinical presentation and outcomes.
  • Evaluation of treatment modalities, including conservative management and interventional procedures.

Main Results:

  • Retained appendicoliths typically manifest as focal areas of high attenuation (<1 cm) on CT.
  • These appendicoliths are frequently associated with adjacent abscess formation.
  • Common locations for retained appendicoliths include proximity to the cecum or Morison's pouch.

Conclusions:

  • Retained appendicoliths present specific CT features that aid in their diagnosis.
  • Abscesses secondary to dropped appendicoliths can be effectively managed with CT-guided drainage in select patients.
  • Understanding these CT findings is essential for guiding clinical management and improving patient outcomes.