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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology
  • Abdominal Surgery

Background:

  • Stump appendicitis is inflammation of the residual appendix after appendectomy.
  • It mimics acute appendicitis, posing diagnostic challenges, especially with right iliac fossa pain.

Observation:

  • A case of a 58-year-old man with an appendiceal stump abscess eight months post-laparoscopic appendectomy is presented.
  • CT scan revealed a collection with a tubular structure consistent with a remaining appendiceal stump.

Findings:

  • Intraoperative findings included a perforated stump and cecal involvement, requiring stump resection and abscess drainage.
  • Computed tomography (CT) is crucial for diagnosing stump appendicitis, differentiating it from conditions like cecal diverticulitis.

Implications:

  • Surgeons must ensure complete appendix base identification to prevent stump appendicitis.
  • Prompt surgical intervention is necessary due to potential complications like necrosis and perforation.
  • Vigilant follow-up is essential as stump appendicitis can manifest months or years after appendectomy.