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Disseminated appendicular lymphoma presenting as acute appendicitis: a case report
Dipesh Regmi1, Shishir Devkota2, Om Prakash Bhatta1
1Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine.
Annals of Medicine and Surgery (2012)
|February 9, 2024
Summary
A rare case of appendiceal lymphoma mimicked acute appendicitis in a 75-year-old male. This highlights the need to consider uncommon causes for atypical appendicitis symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Acute appendicitis is a frequent surgical emergency caused by appendix inflammation.
- Appendiceal lymphoma is an exceptionally rare condition.
Observation:
- A 75-year-old male presented with symptoms consistent with acute appendicitis.
- Appendectomy revealed an enlarged appendix with lymphomatous nodules.
Findings:
- The case presented as disseminated appendicular lymphoma, mimicking acute appendicitis.
- Imaging findings on CT may include diffuse mural thickening and lumen dilatation.
Implications:
- This case emphasizes the importance of considering rare differential diagnoses in atypical presentations of acute appendicitis.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for rare appendiceal pathologies.
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