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Appendiceal abscess--an unusual cause of acute urinary retention: a case report
P E Edewor1, J U Monu, P N Akumabor
1Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, University of Benin, Nigeria.
Abstract:
Acute urinary retention can result as a complication of gastrointestinal diseases such as diverticulitis and granulomatous enterocolitis. Appendiceal abscess has been reported as a rare cause of acute urinary retention in children but not in adults. A young adult male who had appendiceal abscess and presented in acute urinary retention forms the subject of this report.
Insights
Appendiceal abscess, a rare cause of acute urinary retention in children, can also affect adults. This case report details a young adult male experiencing acute urinary retention due to an appendiceal abscess.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Urology
Background:
- Gastrointestinal diseases like diverticulitis and granulomatous enterocolitis can cause acute urinary retention.
- Appendiceal abscess is a known, though rare, cause of acute urinary retention in pediatric patients.
Observation:
- This report focuses on a young adult male patient.
- The patient presented with acute urinary retention.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with an appendiceal abscess.
- This finding suggests appendiceal abscess is a potential cause of acute urinary retention in adults, not just children.
Implications:
- Highlights a rare but serious complication of appendicitis in adults.
- Broadens the differential diagnosis for acute urinary retention in adult patients.
- May prompt earlier recognition and intervention for appendiceal abscess presenting with urinary retention.