Endometriosis-induced appendiceal intussusception

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This case report describes a rare instance of endometriosis causing intussusception of the appendix, a condition typically associated with other pathologies.

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Abstract

Appendiceal intussusception is a rare entity that is difficult to diagnosis before surgery both clinically and radiologically. We report here a case of a 55-year-old woman with a 6-month history of right lower abdominal pain caused by appendiceal intussusception. Laparoscopic appendectomy was performed. Endometriosis foci were identified in the appendix tip and became the leading point of the appendiceal intussusception. The appendix was removed laparoscopically, which is the optimal treatment for such patients.

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endometriosis

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Appendiceal Neoplasms Appendix Cecal Diseases Endometriosis Intussusception Appendiceal Neoplasms Cecal Diseases Endometriosis Female Humans Intussusception Middle Aged

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