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Appendicular Band Syndrome simulating Appendicular Mass in a Child
Bilal Mirza1, Muhammad Saleem1
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, The Children's Hospital and the Institute of Child Health Lahore.
APSP Journal of Case Reports
|November 7, 2014
Summary
Appendicular band syndrome, a rare surgical emergency, can cause intestinal obstruction. This case details a 2-year-old boy with strangulated ileum due to an inflamed appendix.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Background:
- Appendicular band syndrome is a rare condition causing intestinal obstruction and strangulation.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are critical for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A 2-year-old boy presented with acute intestinal obstruction and a right iliac fossa mass.
- Surgical exploration revealed an inflamed appendix entrapping a loop of terminal ileum, causing strangulation and gangrene.
Findings:
- The patient underwent appendectomy and resection of the gangrenous bowel segment.
- An ileostomy was created due to the extent of intestinal damage.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering rare causes of intestinal obstruction in pediatric patients.
- Prompt surgical management is essential to prevent complications associated with appendicular band syndrome.
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