Two Cases of Appendiceal Intussusception
Author Information
Author(s): H. Seddik, M. Rabhi
Primary Institution: Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital, Rabat, Morocco
Hypothesis
Appendiceal intussusception can be mistaken for a polyp during colonoscopy.
Conclusion
The study highlights the importance of recognizing appendiceal intussusception to prevent complications such as peritonitis.
Supporting Evidence
- Appendiceal intussusception is a rare condition that can mimic a polyp during colonoscopy.
- Failure to recognize this condition may lead to serious complications like peritonitis.
- Case 1 involved a 48-year-old man with a normal inverted appendiceal wall.
- Case 2 involved a 65-year-old man with bleeding due to angiodysplastic lesions.
Takeaway
Sometimes, the appendix can get stuck inside itself and look like a polyp during a colon check, which can cause problems if not noticed.
Methodology
The study reports two case studies of patients with appendiceal intussusception diagnosed through colonoscopy and imaging.
Limitations
The study is based on only two cases, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
One case involved a 48-year-old man and the other a 65-year-old man.
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