Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Appendicitis-I: Introduction01:22

Appendicitis-I: Introduction

1.8K
The appendix, a small, narrow, blind tube extending from the inferior part of the cecum, is widely regarded as a vestigial organ, having lost much of its original function through evolution. Despite its diminished role, the appendix can become inflamed, a condition known as appendicitis.
Etiology: Appendicitis can arise from various causes, primarily rooted in the obstruction of the appendix lumen. Factors contributing to this obstruction include fecal accumulation, lymphoid hyperplasia and, in...
1.8K
Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management01:21

Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management

353
Surgical interventions for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, are essential in managing symptoms and addressing complications. The selection of surgical procedures is contingent upon the specific conditions and complications that stem from these illnesses.
Here are some common surgical interventions for IBD:
353
Appendicitis-II: Diagnostic Studies and Management01:29

Appendicitis-II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

376
Diagnosing and managing appendicitis requires a structured and comprehensive approach that spans from initial assessment to postoperative care. Here is an overview of the process:
Diagnosing Appendicitis
It requires a multifaceted approach, starting with a detailed physical examination to pinpoint the location and nature of the pain and identify any associated symptoms. Laboratory tests play a crucial role. A complete Blood Count (CBC) typically reveals leukocytosis (an increased number of...
376

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Bioinformatics tool in Identification of the Structural and Functional Impact Of ACE Isoform 1 precursor gene.

La Clinica terapeutica·2025
Same author

Serum Biomarker for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Assessment in Patients With Diabetic Nephropathy.

La Clinica terapeutica·2024
Same author

Successful management of a thoracoabdominal impalement injury.

South African journal of surgery. Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir chirurgie·2024
Same author

Profile of Pediatric Trauma among the Patients Attending Emergency Department in a Tertiary Care Hospital in South India.

Journal of emergencies, trauma, and shock·2020
Same author

Clinical Profile and Autopsy Findings in Fatal Head Injuries.

Journal of emergencies, trauma, and shock·2018
Same author

One man's wars.

Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps·2018

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Dec 21, 2025

Creating Radio-cephalic Arteriovenous Fistula in the Forearm with a Modified No-Touch Technique
07:30

Creating Radio-cephalic Arteriovenous Fistula in the Forearm with a Modified No-Touch Technique

Published on: April 1, 2022

8.6K

Spontaneous appendicocutaneous fistula

S Jagdish1, S Ninan, D Pai

  • 1Department of Surgery, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry.

Indian Journal of Gastroenterology : Official Journal of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Spontaneous appendicocutaneous fistula is a rare appendicitis complication. This case highlights appendicular carcinoid presenting with this unusual fistula.

More Related Videos

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing
20:33

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing

Published on: July 4, 2019

51.9K
Technical Aspects of the Mouse Aortocaval Fistula
06:12

Technical Aspects of the Mouse Aortocaval Fistula

Published on: July 11, 2013

17.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Dec 21, 2025

Creating Radio-cephalic Arteriovenous Fistula in the Forearm with a Modified No-Touch Technique
07:30

Creating Radio-cephalic Arteriovenous Fistula in the Forearm with a Modified No-Touch Technique

Published on: April 1, 2022

8.6K
A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing
20:33

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing

Published on: July 4, 2019

51.9K
Technical Aspects of the Mouse Aortocaval Fistula
06:12

Technical Aspects of the Mouse Aortocaval Fistula

Published on: July 11, 2013

17.3K

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Spontaneous appendicocutaneous fistula is an infrequent complication of appendicitis.
  • Appendicular carcinoid tumors are rare neoplasms of the appendix.

Observation:

  • A case of appendicular carcinoid presenting with a spontaneous appendicocutaneous fistula is described.
  • The patient's presentation with this rare fistula is the primary observation.

Findings:

  • Appendicular carcinoid can manifest as a spontaneous appendicocutaneous fistula.
  • This presentation is atypical for both appendicitis complications and carcinoid tumors.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in complex presentations.
  • May inform diagnostic strategies for appendiceal pathologies.
  • Underscores the varied clinical manifestations of appendicular carcinoid.