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[Appendicitis and pregnancy. Seven case reports]

P Dufour1, T Delebecq, D Vinatier

  • 1Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique, CHRU de Lille.

Journal De Gynecologie, Obstetrique Et Biologie De La Reproduction
|January 1, 1996
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Diagnosing appendicitis in pregnant women is challenging due to modified clinical presentation. Early diagnosis and management are crucial for maternal and fetal outcomes, more so than pregnancy itself.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Surgical Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Appendicitis during pregnancy is rare, affecting approximately 1 in 1,000 to 1 in 2,000 deliveries.
  • Clinical presentation can be altered by pregnancy, complicating diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 4-year study of over 9,000 deliveries identified 7 cases of appendectomy during pregnancy.
  • One case resulted in premature delivery eight days post-appendectomy at 29 weeks gestation; other pregnancies had no complications.

Findings:

  • Diagnosis relies on a combination of clinical, biological, and echographic findings.
  • Laparoscopy demonstrated improved diagnostic accuracy, treatment, and prognosis, particularly before 20 weeks gestation.

Implications:

  • Effective management of appendicitis in pregnancy hinges on early diagnosis and prompt treatment.

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  • Maternal and fetal prognosis are primarily influenced by the severity of appendicitis and the timeliness of intervention, rather than the pregnancy itself.