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[Colonoscopic appendectomy. Removal of a persisting iatrogenic invaginated appendix with colonoscopy]
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|August 28, 1989
Summary
Incidental appendectomy during colonoscopy is possible. This case demonstrates successful colonoscopic appendectomy, where the appendix was invaginated and survived.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Incidental appendectomy is sometimes considered during colonoscopy.
- The feasibility and outcomes of this approach require further investigation.