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[Acute granulomatous appendicitis. (Contribution to preventive appendectomy in acute ileitis)]
Chirurgia Italiana
|June 1, 1979
Summary
This study suggests systematic appendicectomy for Crohn's disease appendicitis to prevent complications. Prophylactic appendicectomy is also recommended for acute ileitis to avoid disease progression and misdiagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Crohn's disease can manifest in the appendix, presenting diagnostic challenges.
- Acute granulomatous appendicitis is a rare presentation of Crohn's disease.