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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial to avoid complications and unnecessary procedures.
  • Endoscopic retrograde appendicography offers a potential alternative diagnostic approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the diagnostic accuracy and safety of endoscopic retrograde appendicography for acute appendicitis.
  • To evaluate the technique's ability to differentiate between suspected and confirmed cases of appendicitis.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 33 patients with suspected acute appendicitis.
  • Performance of endoscopic retrograde appendicography for direct visualization or fluoroscopic imaging.
  • Recording of success rates, complications, and recurrence rates.

Main Results:

  • Endoscopic retrograde appendicography correctly diagnosed or excluded appendicitis in 94% of patients.
  • Common colonoscopic findings included appendiceal orifice hyperemia/edema and pus discharge.
  • Appendicography revealed luminal dilation, stenosis, stiffness, and filling defects in acute cases.

Conclusions:

  • Endoscopic retrograde appendicography is a reliable and safe diagnostic method for acute appendicitis.
  • The procedure can help prevent unnecessary appendectomies.
  • Further evaluation may support its integration into clinical practice.