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The appendix, a small, narrow, blind tube extending from the inferior part of the cecum, is widely regarded as a vestigial organ, having lost much of its original function through evolution. Despite its diminished role, the appendix can become inflamed, a condition known as appendicitis.
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Intraoperative Detection of Subtle Endometriosis: A Novel Paradigm for Detection and Treatment of Pelvic Pain Associated with the Loss of Peritoneal Integrity

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Perforated endometrial appendicitis in pregnancy.

E Giorgakis¹, V Karydakis, A Farghaly

¹Royal London Hospital , Barts and The London NHS Trust, London, UK.

|August 13, 2013

Summary

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Symptomatic appendiceal endometriosis, or endometrial appendicitis, is rare but may be more common and advanced during pregnancy. A case report details a pregnant woman with perforated appendicitis confirmed as endometrial appendicitis.

Keywords:

appendiceal endometriosis endometrial appendicitis gestational appendicitis pregnancy appendicitis

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Area of Science:

Gynecology
Surgical Pathology

Background:

Endometriosis is a common condition in women of reproductive age.
Appendiceal endometriosis is a rare presentation, often found incidentally during appendectomy.
Pregnancy may increase the incidence and severity of symptomatic appendiceal endometriosis.

Observation:

A pregnant woman presented with symptoms of acute peritonitis.
Emergency laparotomy revealed a perforated appendix.
Histopathological examination confirmed acute endometrial appendicitis.

Findings:

The case highlights advanced appendicitis in pregnancy due to endometrial involvement.
Perforated appendicitis secondary to endometriosis occurred in a pregnant patient.
Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of endometrial appendicitis.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of considering endometrial appendicitis in pregnant patients with abdominal pain.
Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing advanced appendicitis in pregnancy.
Pregnancy-related physiological changes may mask or exacerbate appendiceal endometriosis.