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[Carcinoid of the cecal appendix]

G Fornero1, L Rosato, A R Luc

  • 1Divisione di Chirurgia Generale, Ospedale di Ivrea, Torino.

Minerva Chirurgica
|February 21, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Carcinoid tumors are rare gastrointestinal neoplasms, often incidentally found in the appendix after appendectomy. This case highlights a benign carcinoid in a young patient, emphasizing diagnostic importance despite low malignancy potential.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Carcinoid tumors are uncommon neoplasms, with 80% affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
  • Appendiceal carcinoids are frequently incidental findings post-appendectomy for appendicitis.

Observation:

  • A 14-year-old female presented with acute appendicitis.
  • A 2 cm yellowish, hard mass near the appendiceal cone was discovered during surgery.

Findings:

  • Histological examination confirmed the mass as a classic, relatively benign carcinoid tumor.

Implications:

  • Appendiceal carcinoids, despite low malignant potential, require careful diagnosis due to prognostic and therapeutic considerations.
  • This case underscores the importance of histological evaluation of incidental appendiceal findings.

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