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  • Gastroenterology
  • Abdominal Imaging

Background:

  • Epiploic appendagitis (EA) involves inflammation of the peritoneum-covered fatty structures extending from the cecum to the rectosigmoid junction.
  • It presents as acute lower abdominal pain and localized tenderness, often mimicking other acute abdominal conditions.

Observation:

  • A 50-year-old male presented with acute right lower quadrant (RLQ) pain, localized tenderness, and mild peritonism, initially suspected as appendicitis.
  • Initial investigations including laboratory tests and radiography were normal except for mild leukocytosis; ultrasound was inconclusive.

Findings:

  • Computed tomography (CT) revealed focal soft-tissue attenuation and fat stranding along the ascending colon, leading to an EA diagnosis.
  • The patient improved with conservative management, including antibiotics and pain relief, after declining surgery.

Implications:

  • Epiploic appendagitis is an important differential diagnosis for acute appendicitis, particularly when the appendix appears normal on imaging.
  • CT is the preferred diagnostic modality for EA, and conservative treatment is typically effective.
  • During surgical exploration for suspected appendicitis, careful evaluation of surrounding epiploic appendages is recommended if the appendix is normal.