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Appendiceal diverticulum associated with chronic appendicitis.

Gregorio Zubieta-O'Farrill1, José Raúl Guerra-Mora1, Andrés Gudiño-Chávez2

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This case report highlights the extreme rarity of concurrent appendiceal diverticula and chronic appendicitis. Early diagnosis and appendectomy are crucial for managing these uncommon conditions.

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Appendiceal diverticulumChronic appendicitisChronic pain

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Appendiceal diverticulosis is rare (0.004%-2.1% of appendectomies) and linked to increased perforation risk.
  • It also carries a significant risk of synchronous appendicular (48%) and colonic (43%) cancer.
  • Chronic appendicitis occurs in approximately 1.5% of appendicitis cases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report an extremely rare case of concurrent appendiceal diverticula and chronic appendicitis.
  • To emphasize the importance of recognizing these rare pathologies for appropriate management.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentation of a 73-year-old female with a four-month history of right lower quadrant abdominal pain.
  • Diagnostic workup and subsequent appendectomy.

Main Results:

  • The patient presented with symptoms suggestive of chronic abdominal pain.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed the co-existence of appendiceal diverticula and chronic appendicitis.

Conclusions:

  • The simultaneous occurrence of appendiceal diverticula and chronic appendicitis is exceptionally rare.
  • While not an immediate surgical emergency, appendectomy is the primary treatment.
  • Adequate knowledge of these pathologies is vital for correct clinical approach.