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Murine Appendectomy Model of Chronic Colitis Associated Colorectal Cancer by Precise Localization of Caecal Patch
Published on: August 24, 2019
[Laparoscopic appendectomy for mucinous cystadenoma of the appendix]
F P Vetshev1, S V Osminin1, A A Chesarev1
1Chair of Faculty-Based Surgery #1, Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University of Ministry of Health of the Russia, Moscow, Russia.
Abstract:
Treatment of acute and chronic appendicitis is still an actual problem. There are some rare courses of the disease besides well-known complications of appendicitis. Mucocele is one of the rarest forms of chronic appendicitis. Mucocele is not accompanied by clinical symptoms and diagnosed accidentally in more than 25% of cases. The most serious complication of mucocele of the appendix is malignization observed in up to 36% of cases. Ultrasound, CT and colonoscopy are the most effective methods of perioperative diagnosis. Unclear symptoms, delayed diagnosis and surgical treatment increase the risk of complications (i.e. cystadenocarcinoma).
Insights
Mucocele of the appendix is a rare condition often found incidentally. Early diagnosis via imaging is crucial to prevent serious complications like cancer.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Appendicitis, both acute and chronic, remains a significant clinical challenge.
- Rare presentations of appendicitis, such as mucocele, pose diagnostic difficulties.
- Mucocele of the appendix is an uncommon condition often asymptomatic and discovered incidentally.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the diagnostic challenges and management of appendiceal mucocele.
- To emphasize the risk of malignant transformation in appendiceal mucocele.
- To review effective diagnostic modalities for perioperative assessment.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on appendiceal mucocele.
- Analysis of diagnostic imaging techniques including ultrasound, CT, and colonoscopy.
- Discussion of clinical outcomes and complications.
Main Results:
- Appendiceal mucocele is frequently asymptomatic, with over 25% of cases diagnosed incidentally.
- Malignization is a significant risk, occurring in up to 36% of mucocele cases.
- Delayed diagnosis and treatment increase the likelihood of complications such as cystadenocarcinoma.
Conclusions:
- Appendiceal mucocele requires vigilant diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
- Effective perioperative diagnosis relies on advanced imaging modalities.
- Prompt surgical intervention is essential to mitigate the risk of malignancy and other complications.
