Retrorenal appendix: An atypical position of the vermiform appendix
Journal Title: International Journal of Anatomical Variations - Year 2018, Vol 11, Issue 3
Abstract
Purpose: Appendicitis is one of the most common clinical conditions requiring emergency surgery. Variations in the anatomical position of vermiform appendix can result in different clinical presentations. A thorough knowledge of normal anatomy, variations in the position and corresponding radiological image of vermiform appendix is essential for radiologists and surgeons in planning clinical and surgical management for pathologies afflicting the appendix. Methods and Results: A 55-year-old patient presented to the Emergency Department with recurrent lower abdominal pain, insidious in onset and burning in character, associated with vomiting. On physical examination, however, her abdomen was soft and non-tender. Further radiological investigations revealed appendicitis with the position of the appendix being retrorenal.
Authors and Affiliations
Jignesh A Gandhi, Pravin Shinde, Tarun Shetty, Jayati Churiwala
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